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Illinois State Redbirds vs Murray State Racers Wrap - Illinois State Wins 61-59

Illinois State grabbed a 61-59 win over Murray State on Tuesday, behind a 12-point effort from Chase Walker at CFSB Center.

Illinois State was the ATS victor, as they covered the +7.0-point spread as an underdog.

Illinois State got 11 points from Kendall Lewis and another 11 points from Darius Burford. Dalton Banks contributed 2 assists, while Myles Foster cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.

Murray State got 16 points from Quincy Anderson in a losing cause and another 13 points from JaCobi Wood. JaCobi Wood contributed 4 assists for them, while Nick Ellington had 5 rebounds.

Illinois State was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

The rebound battle favored Illinois State as they grabbed 37 boards, while Murray State only had 19

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