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Jacksonville State Falls 72-68 Against Murray State - Game Recap
Tevin Brown scored 24 points leading Murray State to a 72-68 victory over Jacksonville State at Pete Mathews Coliseum on Thursday.
Murray State won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -5.0-point spread.
Murray State got 13 points from KJ Williams and another 9 points from Chico Carter Jr.. Jaiveon Eaves contributed 4 assists, while Anthony Smith cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Jacksonville State got a 16-point performance from Jacara Cross, who was supported by 15 points from De'Torrion Ware. Derrick Cook had 7 assists in a losing cause for Jacksonville State, while De'Torrion Ware grabbed 7 rebounds.
Murray State led at halftime, 35-31.
Jacksonville State had a 31-30 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 Tennessee Tech. Jacksonville State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Austin Peay.