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Eastern Kentucky Falls 76-64 to Murray State - Recap

Murray State got 23 points from Chico Carter Jr. as they ran past Eastern Kentucky 76-64 on Saturday at McBrayer Arena.

Murray State won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -2.5-point spread as favorites.

Murray State got 18 points from KJ Williams and another 13 points from Tevin Brown. Justice Hill contributed 5 assists, while Tevin Brown cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.

Eastern Kentucky got a 24-point performance from Wendell Green Jr., who was supported by 17 points from Tre King. Wendell Green Jr. had 8 assists in a losing cause for Eastern Kentucky, while Curt Lewis grabbed 7 rebounds.

Murray State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Murray State had a 36-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Murray State heads into a battle against Southeast Missouri State. Eastern Kentucky, meanwhile, will have their next action against Southern Illinois-Edwardsville.