Missouri State Beats Oral Roberts 72-67

In a competitive matchup, Missouri State overcame a double-digit deficit to defeat Oral Roberts 72-67, improving their record to 5-3. Dez White led the Bears with 18 points and five assists, significantly contributing to a second-half comeback that erased a 48-38 deficit. Zaxton King and Jalen Hampton also played key roles, scoring 12 and 11 points respectively. The Golden Eagles, now 2-6, were paced by Isaac McBride, who finished with 20 points but struggled in the second half as the team shot only 9-for-24 from the field. Despite committing 17 turnovers, Missouri State capitalized on their three-point shooting, hitting 10 of 19 attempts. Head coach Cuonzo Martin expressed relief at securing a tough road win after a demanding travel schedule over the holiday weekend.