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Northern Iowa Panthers vs Murray State Racers Wrap - Northern Iowa Wins 70-60

Nate Heise scored 24 points and added 10 rebounds for a double-double, leading Northern Iowa over Murray State, 70-60, on Sunday at CFSB Center.

Northern Iowa was a +1.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Kyle Pock had 12 points for Northern Iowa and Bowen Born chipped in with 9 points. Nate Heise had 5 assists for them, while Nate Heise was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.

Murray State got 14 points from Nick Ellington in a losing cause and another 13 points from Alden Applewhite. Rob Perry contributed 3 assists for them, while Rob Perry had 8 rebounds.

Northern Iowa was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Northern Iowa won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 33-30.

Northern Iowa looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Belmont. Murray State will aim to get back on the winning track at UIC.