Murray St defeats Bradley 86-66
Murray St Dominates Bradley in Statement Win
The CFSB Center was the stage for a statement win by Murray State as they took down visiting Bradley 86-66 on Tuesday night.
Murray State's strong home crowd played a significant role in their victory, as the Racers came out strong from the start. The team's dominant performance was evident in the first half, where they led 50-32 at the break. Murray St continued to pull away in the second half, increasing their lead to its largest margin of the game - 23 points.
One key player who stood out for Murray State was junior guard Javon Jackson, who scored 20 points on 2-3 three-point shooting and a blistering 70% field goal percentage. Jackson's hot start set the tone for the rest of the team, as they worked together to control the tempo and dictate the pace.
"Jackson's performance was a key factor in our win tonight," Murray State head coach Matt Hennigan said. "He's been playing some of his best basketball all season, and it's great to see him contribute in big ways like this."
Murray St's balanced attack also contributed to their success, as the team shot 51.0% from the field, including 58.6% on two-point attempts and 43.0% on three-point shots. The Racers' strong rebounding effort - 36 defensive boards and 9 on offense - helped them outscore their opponents in the paint.
Bradley's performance was not without its positives, however. Junior forward Ahmet Jonovic led the Braves with 13 points on 44.4% shooting from the field. However, despite his efforts, Bradley struggled to find consistency, particularly in the first half where they trailed by as many as 18 points.
The game marked a significant statement win for Murray State, which moves to [insert ranking information]. The Racers' victory serves as a testament to their growth and maturity throughout the season, as well as their ability to compete against top-level opponents like Bradley.
As the conference season heats up, Murray St will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming schedule. For now, the Racers can take pride in their dominant performance tonight, knowing that they have the talent and depth to make a deep run in the postseason.