| 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
2024-25 Missouri Valley Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley | 5-1 | - | 14-3 |
| Belmont | 5-2 | 0.5 | 13-5 |
| Northern Iowa | 5-2 | 0.5 | 11-7 |
| Drake | 4-2 | 1 | 14-2 |
| Murray State | 4-2 | 1 | 10-7 |
| UIC | 3-3 | 2 | 10-6 |
| Indiana State | 3-3 | 2 | 9-8 |
| Valparaiso | 3-4 | 2.5 | 10-8 |
| Evansville | 3-4 | 2.5 | 6-12 |
| Illinois State | 2-4 | 3 | 10-7 |
| Southern Illinois | 1-5 | 4 | 6-11 |
| Missouri State | 0-6 | 5 | 7-10 |
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