Bennett Stirtz's 23 points helped Drake defeat Murray State 55-45 on Tuesday night and extend its winning streak to nine games. Stirtz shot 9 of 16 from the field, including 1 for 3 from 3-point range,

BOTTOM LINE: Drake visits Murray State after Bennett Stirtz scored 30 points in Drake’s 75-65 win over the Southern Illinois Salukis. The Racers have gone 5-4 in home games. Murray State is fifth in the MVC in team defense, allowing 70.9 points while holding opponents to 46.5% shooting.

Bennett Stirtz's 30 points led Drake over Southern Illinois 75-65 on Saturday. Stirtz had five assists for the Bulldogs (20-2, 10-2 Missouri Valley Conference). Tavion Banks scored 21 points and added five rebounds and four steals.

Drake men's basketball kept its winning streak alive with a big win over Murray State, 55-45, on the road Tuesday. The Bulldogs (21-2, 11-2 MVC) remained alone atop the Missouri Valley Conference standings with their ninth-straight victory.

The Huskies are expected to host the Wildcats next season and play at Arizona in 2026-27. Percentages: FG .415, FT .800. 3-Point Goals: 3-15, .200 (A.Ferguson 2-3, Applewhite 1-2, Milton 0-1, Wood 0-4, Harcum 0-5). Team Rebounds: 3. Team Turnovers: 2. Blocked Shots: 1 (Milton). Turnovers: 6 (Wood 2, A.Ferguson, Applewhite, Ellington, Milton). A_4,586 (8,602).