Minix scores 27 as Morehead State defeats Eastern Illinois 78-52

CHARLESTON, Ill. (AP) — Riley Minix had 27 points in Morehead State's 78-52 victory over Eastern Illinois on Thursday night.

Minix had seven rebounds for the Eagles (13-4, 4-0 Ohio Valley Conference). Jordan Lathon scored 20 points while going 8 of 18 (4 for 10 from 3-point range), and added 13 rebounds. Eddie Ricks III was 4 of 9 shooting (1 for 3 from 3-point range) to finish with nine points.

Tiger Booker finished with 20 points for the Panthers (8-9, 2-2). Kyndall Davis added 15 points for Eastern Illinois. Nakyel Shelton also had 10 points.

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