Expect a low-scoring game when the Drake Bulldogs (6-22) and Missouri State Bears (11-17) face off at JQH Arena. Action begins at 8:00 pm ET on Wednesday, Feb. 24 and can be seen on ES3.
The Bears are hoping to rebound after their 75-62 loss to Loyola Chicago on Sunday. Dequon Miller was the team’s leading scorer with 16 points. The Bulldogs, meanwhile, are feeling some disappointment after their close 73-70 loss against Bradley on Saturday. Reed Timmer had a good game for Drake, registering 20 points, four assists, and two rebounds.
This is the second game of the year between these two teams, with the Bears winning the first matchup 79-70. Miller had a stellar game with 23 points, three rebounds, three assists, and four three-pointers.
Notes
In its last game, Drake lost by a margin of three points. Missouri State is 4-1 in games decided by a margin of three points or less. Drake has a 1-2 record in close games.
The Missouri State Bears average a field goal percentage of 41.7% this season. The Drake Bulldogs have an underachieving record of 2-21 when opponents have a FG% of 41.7% or greater.
The Missouri State Bears rank higher based on their field goal percentage (288th) than their effective field goal percentage (320th). The Drake Bulldogs rank higher based on their effective field goal percentage (92nd) than their field goal percentage (109th).
The Missouri State Bears average 6.1 steals per game. When giving up 6 or more steals, the Drake Bulldogs have an abysmal record (3-11) this season.
