The Drake Bulldogs (20-2, 10-2 MVC) will look to build on an eight-game winning streak when they visit the Murray State Racers (11-12, 5-7 MVC) on February 4, 2025 at CFSB Center.
Drake was victorious in its most recent game versus Southern Illinois, 75-65, on Saturday. Bennett Stirtz was its top scorer with 30 points. Murray State lost its most recent game to Missouri State, 77-56, on Saturday. AJ Ferguson was its high scorer with 11 points.
When is Drake vs. Murray State and when does it start?
This game between the Bulldogs and Racers is set to start on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. You should expect the opening tip at 7:00 PM ET.
Where to Watch Drake vs. Murray State
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What channel is the game on?
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Drake Bulldogs vs. Murray State Racers Game Preview
Drake Stats, Odds & Insights
Drake averages 71.3 points per game (263rd in college basketball) while allowing 58.0 per contest (second in college basketball). It has a +292 scoring differential overall and outscores opponents by 13.3 points per game.
The 71.3 points the Bulldogs average are just 0.4 more than the Racers allow.
Drake knocks down 6.9 three-pointers per game (267th in college basketball), 1.5 more than its opponents (5.4).
The Bulldogs post 70.4 points per game at home, compared to 69.2 points per game on the road, a difference of 1.2 points per contest.
Drake has seen a decrease in scoring recently, putting up 68.4 points per game in its last 10 contests, 2.9 points fewer than the 71.3 it has scored this season.
Murray State Stats, Odds & Insights
Murray State has a +65 scoring differential, topping opponents by 2.8 points per game. It is putting up 73.7 points per game, 207th in college basketball, and is allowing 70.9 per outing to rank 159th in college basketball.
The Racers average 73.7 points, 15.7 more than the Bulldogs concede.
Murray State knocks down 7.7 three-pointers per game (182nd in college basketball), 1.9 more than its opponents. It shoots 35.3% from deep (108th in college basketball), and its opponents are shooting 32.4%.
At home the Racers are scoring 74.1 points per game, 0.1 more than they are averaging away (74.0).
While Murray State is posting 73.7 points per game in 2024-25, it has fallen short of that in its past 10 games, amassing 69.8 points per contest.
Bulldogs Key Players to Watch
Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bennett Stirtz | 22 | 18.4 | 3.9 | 6.3 | 2.5 | 0.3 | 1.5 |
Mitch Mascari | 22 | 11.5 | 2.3 | 1.1 | 1.1 | 0.0 | 3.1 |
Daniel Abreu | 22 | 11.2 | 3.1 | 0.9 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 1.7 |
Tavion Banks | 21 | 9.3 | 4.4 | 0.9 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 0.0 |
Cam Manyawu | 22 | 7.6 | 5.9 | 0.9 | 1.3 | 1.0 | 0.0 |
Racers Key Players to Watch
Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Jacobi Wood | 23 | 13.5 | 3.7 | 5.0 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 2.1 |
AJ Ferguson | 23 | 12.0 | 5.4 | 1.4 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 1.1 |
Kylen Milton | 23 | 11.6 | 4.2 | 1.3 | 1.2 | 0.1 | 1.0 |
Terence Harcum | 23 | 11.5 | 2.3 | 1.9 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 2.1 |
Nick Ellington | 23 | 8.4 | 4.8 | 0.3 | 0.9 | 1.2 | 0.0 |
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