HENDERSON, Nev. (Interstat) — Murray State rode a blistering shooting performance to a 115-100 men’s college basketball victory over Akron on Saturday at Dollar Loan Center. The Racers shot 58% from the field and made 18 3-pointers to secure the win.

Layne Taylor scored 23 points and dished eight assists for Murray State. JJ Traynor added 16 points and eight rebounds. Akron’s Tavari Johnson led all scorers with 28 points.

Murray State improved to 8-3. Akron fell to 8-3.