| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EVAN | 30 | 48 | 78 |
| MOST | 44 | 46 | 90 |
Missouri State defeats Evansville 90-78
Cesare Edwards throws down the dunk for Missouri State
Cesare Edwards throws down the dunk for Missouri State.
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. -- — Chance Moore scored 28 points as Missouri State beat Evansville 90-78 on Wednesday night.
Moore added eight rebounds and three blocks for the Bears (6-1, Missouri Valley Conference). Matthew Lee scored 20 points while going 4 of 14 from the floor, including 2 for 7 from 3-point range, and 10 for 14 from the line, and added eight assists and three steals. Donovan Clay was 6 of 12 shooting, including 1 for 4 from 3-point range, and went 6 for 7 from the line to finish with 19 points. The Bears picked up their sixth straight win.
Chuck Bailey III led the Purple Aces (6-1, 0-1) in scoring, finishing with 27 points. Evansville also got 14 points and two steals from Ben Humrichous. In addition, Kenny Strawbridge finished with 10 points and three steals.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Gerry Pollard
- Marques Pettigrew
- Tyler Kumpf
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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