ncaab Game Recap
Drake vs Evansville Final: 85-80 - Recap
Anthony Murphy scored 20 points and added 13 rebounds for a double-double, leading Drake over Evansville, 85-80, on Sunday at Knapp Center.
Drake won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -11.5-point spread.
Roman Penn had 19 points for Drake and Liam Robbins chipped in with 15 points. Roman Penn had 5 assists for them, while Anthony Murphy was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 13 boards.
Evansville got a 25-point performance from Sam Cunliffe, who was supported by 17 points from Evan Kuhlman. K.J. Riley had 7 assists in a losing cause for Evansville, while Sam Cunliffe grabbed 6 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Evansville were victorious, as the score was 40-35 at the break.
Drake had a 33-17 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 Valparaiso. Evansville will aim to get back on the winning track at Southern Illinois.