Delaware 76, at Missouri State 67

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (Interstat) — A dominant first-half defensive performance and a career-high 21 points from Tyler Houser propelled the Delaware Blue Hens to a 76-67 upset victory over the Missouri State Bears in a Conference USA men’s basketball game Saturday at JQH Arena. Delaware, which entered the game with just eight wins, built a commanding 35-25 halftime lead by stifling the Bears’ offense. Missouri State shot poorly from the field in the opening period, managing only 25 points as Delaware’s defense forced nine turnovers and blocked two shots. The Blue Hens’ interior presence was key, holding Missouri State to just… Read more...