Bethel (TN) Wildcats @ Murray State Racers
Jones, Taylor lead Murray St past NAIA Bethel, 103-65
MURRAY, Ky. -- Bryce Jones had a season-high 20 points, seven rebounds, four assists and two steals, freshman Jachai Taylor added a career-high 19 points and Murray State beat NAIA Bethel 103-65 on Monday night.
Jones made 5 of 6 from the field, including all three of his 3-point shots, and 7-of-7 free throws. Jonathan Stark added 16 points and five assists, Gilbert Thomas Jr. scored 12 with a career-high nine rebounds, Terrell Miller Jr. added 11 points and Gee McGhee scored 10.
Jones and Stark each hit 3s to spark a 10-0 run to open the game and Murray State (5-5) never trailed.
The Racers shot 55 percent (35 of 64) from the field, had a season-high 25 assists and topped the 100-point plateau for the first time this season.
Andrew Rogan led Bethel with 26 points, including five 3-pointers. Marcus Burnett added 10 points and 12 rebounds.
Game Information
Murray, KY
Referee:Joey Richardson
Referee:Kyle Bottoms
Referee:Davis Maxwell
2025-26 Standings
| Missouri Valley ConferenceMissouri Valley Conference | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont | 16-4 | - | 26-6 |
| Bradley | 13-7 | 3 | 21-13 |
| Illinois State | 12-8 | 4 | 23-13 |
| Murray State | 12-8 | 4 | 20-13 |
| UIC | 12-8 | 4 | 19-16 |
| Northern Iowa | 11-9 | 5 | 23-13 |
| Valparaiso | 11-9 | 5 | 18-15 |
| Southern Illinois | 10-10 | 6 | 16-16 |
| Drake | 6-14 | 10 | 14-20 |
| Indiana State | 4-16 | 12 | 11-21 |
| Evansville | 3-17 | 13 | 7-25 |




