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Illinois State vs Missouri State Final: 79-74 - Recap
Illinois State got 22 points from Antonio Reeves en route to a 79-74 victory over Missouri State on Wednesday at Redbird Arena.
Bettors who backed Illinois State were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +6.5 at sportsbooks.
Illinois State got 21 points from Josiah Strong and another 10 points from Sy Chatman. Howard Fleming Jr. contributed 5 assists, while Antonio Reeves cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.
Missouri State got a 27-point performance from Gaige Prim, who was supported by 12 points from Isiaih Mosley. Isiaih Mosley had 6 assists in a losing cause for Missouri State, while Gaige Prim grabbed 12 rebounds.
Illinois State was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Missouri State had a 34-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Illinois State takes its act home to face Jackson State looking for another win. For Missouri State, they head home to face BYU.