How to Watch Drake Bulldogs vs. Murray State Racers: Live Stream or on TV
The Drake Bulldogs (24-7, 15-5 MVC) will host the Murray State Racers (17-14, 11-9 MVC) after winning five home games in a row.
Drake dropped its most recent game to Bradley, 73-61, on Sunday. D.J. Wilkins led the way with 14 points, plus five rebounds and two assists. On Thursday, in its last game, Murray State defeated Valparaiso 78-50. With 19 points, Jamari Smith was its high scorer.
When is Drake vs. Murray State and when does it start?
This contest between the Bulldogs and Racers is set to start on Friday, March 3, 2023. You can expect the opening tip at 7:00 PM ET.
Where to Watch Drake vs. Murray State
The Bulldogs and Racers will hit the hardwood at Enterprise Center for this matchup on March 3, and if you want to catch the game live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on ESPN+.
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Drake Bulldogs vs. Murray State Racers Game Preview
Drake Stats, Odds & Insights
Drake outscores opponents by 10.8 points per game (scoring 75.6 per game to rank 88th in college basketball while giving up 64.8 per outing to rank 39th in college basketball) and has a +337 scoring differential overall.
The 75.6 points the Bulldogs average are only 3.6 more than the Racers concede.
Drake connects on 8.1 three-pointers per game (107th in college basketball), 1.2 more than its opponents (6.9).
The Bulldogs score 80.3 points per game in home games, compared to 72.5 points per game in away games, a difference of 7.8 points per contest.
Drake’s offense has been improved over its last 10 games, racking up 79.1 points per contest compared to the 75.6 it has averaged this season.
Murray State Stats, Odds & Insights
Murray State puts up 70.7 points per game (202nd in college basketball) while giving up 72.0 per contest (241st in college basketball). It has a -39 scoring differential and has been outscored by 1.3 points per game.
The Racers’ 70.7 points per game are 5.9 more than the Bulldogs give up.
Murray State knocks down 6.3 three-pointers per game (301st in college basketball) while shooting 33.4% from deep (232nd in college basketball). It is making 2.2 fewer threes than its opponents, who drain 8.5 per game at 33.5%.
At home the Racers are putting up 73.6 points per game, 7.7 more than they are averaging away (65.9).
In its previous 10 games, Murray State is averaging 70.3 points per game, compared to its season average of 70.7.
Bulldogs Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tucker DeVries | 30 | 18.9 | 5.6 | 1.9 | 1.1 | 0.2 | 2.6 |
| Roman Penn | 30 | 12.5 | 4.7 | 5.3 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 0.5 |
| Garrett Sturtz | 31 | 9.5 | 6.7 | 1.2 | 1.1 | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Darnell Brodie | 31 | 8.7 | 7.1 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 0.9 | 0.0 |
| D.J. Wilkins | 31 | 8.5 | 1.9 | 1.6 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 2.0 |
Racers Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rob Perry | 31 | 14.1 | 4.5 | 1.8 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 1.8 |
| Jamari Smith | 29 | 11.7 | 4.3 | 0.8 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.7 |
| Jacobi Wood | 31 | 10.8 | 4.4 | 4.7 | 1.5 | 0.1 | 1.5 |
| DJ Burns | 31 | 8.9 | 6.7 | 1.3 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.0 |
| Brian Moore Jr. | 30 | 8.3 | 1.8 | 1.5 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 0.4 |
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