Middle Tennessee Edges Wichita State in Defensive Struggle
WICHITA, Kan. (Interstat) — Middle Tennessee survived a late rally to defeat Wichita State 46-45 in a low-scoring women’s basketball game Saturday at Charles Koch Arena.
The Blue Raiders led 35-27 entering the fourth quarter but were held to 11 points as the Shockers mounted an 18-point final period. Wichita State had a chance to tie or win in the final seconds but could not convert.
Both teams struggled offensively, combining to shoot just 30 percent from the floor. Middle Tennessee’s defense forced 18 turnovers, leading to 17 points. Savannah Davis led the Blue Raiders with 10 points. Jaila Harding scored 11 for the Shockers.
Middle Tennessee improved to 5-7. Wichita State fell to 3-10.