Missouri State vs Illinois State Final: 82-71 - Recap
Missouri State vs Illinois State Final: 82-71 - Recap
Missouri State grabbed an 82-71 win over Illinois State on Saturday, behind a 22-point effort from Jermaine Mallett at JQH Arena.
Bettors who backed Missouri State were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of 13.5.
Missouri State got 16 points from Will Creekmore and another 16 points from Adam Leonard. Nafis Ricks contributed 4 assists, while Jermaine Mallett cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Illinois State got 23 points from Anthony Cousin in a losing cause and another 22 points from Jackie Carmichael. Anthony Cousin contributed 5 assists for them, while Jackie Carmichael had 8 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Missouri State were victorious, as the score was 38-36 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Missouri State as they grabbed 30 boards, while Illinois State only had 27.
