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Recap - Marshall Defeats Morehead State 89-62

Marshall blew out Morehead State on Monday, running up the score in a 89-62 win at Ellis T Johnson Arena.

Marshall won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the +2.0-point spread as underdogs.

Marshall got 16 points from Darius George and another 14 points from Iran Bennett. Jarrod West contributed 8 assists, while Darius George cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.

Morehead State got a 23-point performance from Djimon Henson, who was supported by 15 points from Geordan Walker. Geordan Walker had 4 assists in a losing cause for Morehead State, while Djimon Henson grabbed 8 rebounds.

Marshall led at halftime, 45-29.

Marshall had a 40-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Marshall looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Eastern Kentucky. Morehead State will aim to get back on the winning track at Ohio.