Missouri State knocks off Lincoln (MO) 88-60
(AP) — Andrej Acimovic had 24 points in Missouri State's 88-60 win against Lincoln (MO) on Tuesday.Acimovic also contributed three blocks for the Bears.
Springfield, Missouri (AP) - Andrej Acimovic led Missouri State to an 88-60 victory over Lincoln (MO) on Tuesday. Acimovic delivered 24 points and 3 blocks for the Bears. Melakih Cunningham chipped in with 19 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists. Trey Williams Jr. contributed 11 points and shot efficiently from beyond the arc, going 4 of 8, including 3 of 4 from three-point range.
Don Coats III provided 14 points, 2 steals, and 3 blocks for the Blue Tigers. Missouri State took an early lead in the first half and maintained control, never trailing again. Acimovic's 13 points in the first half helped Missouri State build a 49-26 halftime cushion. The Bears extended their lead to 31 in the second half with a 10-0 scoring run.
Up next, Lincoln will travel to UMKC on Wednesday, while Missouri State hosts Truman State on Friday.
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