| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MOST | 37 | 35 | 72 |
| MUR | 35 | 47 | 82 |
Ellington scores 23, Murray State defeats Missouri State 82-72
Nick Ellington elevates for the big-time swat
Nick Ellington elevates for the big-time swat
MURRAY, Ky. -- — Nick Ellington had 23 points in Murray State's 82-72 victory over Missouri State on Wednesday night.
Ellington added five rebounds for the Racers (11-15, 8-7 Missouri Valley Conference). Quincy Anderson scored 16 points and added three steals. Jacobi Wood had 12 points and was 5 of 15 shooting (2 for 9 from 3-point range).
Matthew Lee led the way for the Bears (14-12, 6-9) with 22 points and seven assists. Chance Moore added 21 points and two steals for Missouri State. In addition, Cesare Edwards finished with 10 points.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Rick Crawford
- Kelly Self
- Antinio Petty
2023-24 Missouri Valley Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana State | 17-3 | - | 32-7 |
| Drake | 16-4 | 1 | 28-7 |
| Bradley | 13-7 | 4 | 23-12 |
| Belmont | 12-8 | 5 | 20-13 |
| Northern Iowa | 12-8 | 5 | 19-14 |
| Southern Illinois | 11-9 | 6 | 19-13 |
| Illinois State | 9-11 | 8 | 15-17 |
| Murray State | 9-11 | 8 | 12-20 |
| Missouri State | 8-12 | 9 | 17-16 |
| Evansville | 6-14 | 11 | 17-18 |
| UIC | 4-16 | 13 | 12-21 |
| Valparaiso | 3-17 | 14 | 7-25 |
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