RICHMOND, Va. (AP) – Mike’L Simms had 11 points as VCU extended its home win streak to eight games, beating Missouri State 61-51 on Sunday night.
De’Riante Jenkins had 10 points for VCU (8-2).
After VCU outscored Missouri State 35-25 in the first half, both teams scored 26 in the second as the home team clinched the victory. The Rams’ 26 second-half points marked a season low for the team.
Isiaih Mosley had 15 points for the Bears (6-6). Keandre Cook added 12 points. Gaige Prim had 10 points.
VCU takes on College of Charleston on the road on Wednesday. Missouri State matches up against Oral Roberts on the road on Saturday.
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