ncaab Game Recap
Evansville Purple Aces vs Missouri State Bears Wrap - Evansville Wins 70-64
Evansville earned a 70-64 victory over Missouri State on Wednesday, getting 16 points from K.J. Riley at JQH Arena.
Bettors who backed Evansville were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +5.5 at sportsbooks.
Evansville got 11 points from John Hall and another 10 points from Shea Feehan. K.J. Riley contributed 3 assists, while K.J. Riley cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Missouri State got a 14-point performance from Tulio Da Silva, who was supported by 14 points from Keandre Cook. Josh Webster had 5 assists in a losing cause for Missouri State, while Tulio Da Silva grabbed 13 rebounds.
The rebound battle favored Missouri State as they grabbed 32 boards, while Evansville only had 29
Next game, Evansville takes its act home to face Illinois State looking for another win. For Missouri State, they head on the road to face Drake.