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Murray State vs Tennessee Tech Final: 78-72 - Recap
Rob Perry scored 16 points leading Murray State to a 78-72 victory over Tennessee Tech at CFSB Center on Friday.
Murray State won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -12.5-point spread.
Brian Moore Jr. had 15 points for Murray State and Nick Ellington chipped in with 12 points. Brian Moore Jr. had 4 assists for them, while Nick Ellington was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
Tennessee Tech got 15 points from Rodney Johnson Jr. in a losing cause and another 13 points from Jayvis Harvey. Jayvis Harvey contributed 4 assists for them, while Grant Strong had 6 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Murray State were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Murray State had a 36-26 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Murray State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Western Kentucky. Tennessee Tech will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Lipscomb.