| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNI | 41 | 28 | 69 |
| VAL | 38 | 29 | 67 |
Anderson, Duax lead Northern Iowa past Valparaiso 69-67
VALPARAISO, Ind. -- — Tytan Anderson led Northern Iowa with 16 points and Michael Duax scored the game-winning putback as time expired as the Panthers beat Valparaiso 69-67 on Wednesday night.
Anderson also contributed 12 rebounds for the Panthers (7-8, 3-2 Missouri Valley Conference). Duax added 15 points while going 7 of 13 from the field, and also had 12 rebounds. Cole Henry finished 5 of 8 from the floor to finish with 10 points.
Ben Krikke led the Beacons (6-10, 0-5) in scoring, finishing with 20 points and six assists. Valparaiso also got 16 points and four steals from Quinton Green. Kobe King also had 14 points.
Northern Iowa led 41-38 at halftime. Anderson scored 11 points in the half. Duax led Northern Iowa with nine points in the second half, including their game-winner.
Both teams next play Saturday. Northern Iowa hosts Southern Illinois and Valparaiso visits Bradley.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Jeb Hartness
- Tyler Kumpf
- Gary Maxwell
2024-25 Missouri Valley Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley | 8-1 | - | 17-3 |
| Drake | 6-2 | 1.5 | 16-2 |
| Belmont | 6-3 | 2 | 14-6 |
| Northern Iowa | 6-3 | 2 | 12-8 |
| UIC | 5-3 | 2.5 | 12-6 |
| Murray State | 4-4 | 3.5 | 10-9 |
| Illinois State | 4-5 | 4 | 12-8 |
| Valparaiso | 3-5 | 4.5 | 10-9 |
| Southern Illinois | 3-5 | 4.5 | 8-11 |
| Evansville | 3-5 | 4.5 | 6-13 |
| Indiana State | 3-6 | 5 | 9-11 |
| Missouri State | 0-9 | 8 | 7-13 |
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