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Drake Defeats Murray State 55-45 - Recap
Drake got 23 points from Bennett Stirtz en route to a 55-45 victory over Murray State on Tuesday at CFSB Center.
Bettors who backed Drake were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -4.5 at sportsbooks.
Drake got 16 points from Tavion Banks and another 6 points from Kael Combs. Bennett Stirtz contributed 4 assists, while Isaia Howard cleaned the glass with 5 rebounds.
Murray State got 10 points from Kylen Milton in a losing cause and another 10 points from Nick Ellington. JaCobi Wood contributed 4 assists for them, while JaCobi Wood had 3 rebounds.
Drake was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Drake had a 27-16 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Drake looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Indiana State. Murray State will aim to get back on the winning track at Valparaiso.