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George Washington Falls 72-54 to Missouri State - Recap

Missouri State got 20 points from Gaige Prim en route to a 72-54 victory over George Washington on Wednesday at Community School of Naples.

Missouri State was a -11.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Jaylen Minnett had 16 points for Missouri State and Ja'Monta Black chipped in with 14 points. Lu'Cye Patterson had 5 assists for them, while Gaige Prim was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.

George Washington got 17 points from James Bishop in a losing cause and another 12 points from Noel Brown. Brayon Freeman contributed 3 assists for them, while Joe Bamisile had 7 rebounds.

Missouri State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Missouri State won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 35-28.

Missouri State heads into a battle against Illinois State. George Washington, meanwhile, will have their next action against Boston University.