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First trip of 2023 takes Aces to Missouri State

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Looking for its first Missouri Valley Conference win of the season, the University of Evansville men's basketball team travels to Missouri State on Wednesday evening. Tip is set for 7 p.m. CT with the Purple Aces Radio Network and ESPN+ having the coverage.

Evansville at Missouri State
Game Information Wednesday, Jan. 4 | 7 p.m. CT | Springfield, Mo.
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Last Time Out
- Murray State jumped out to a 23-1 lead on New Year's Day as they defeated the Purple Aces by a final of 78-61 at the Ford Center
- The Racers held a 41-21 halftime lead before UE got within 12 points in the final 20 minutes
- Marvin Coleman II led Evansville with 13 points while Gabe Spinelli reset his career scoring mark with 12 points

Double Digits Again
- Gabe Spinelli's strong play continued against Murray State as he reset his scoring high with 12 points
- This came on the heels of a 10-point game at Indiana State on Dec.