NCAAB · Final

Murray State Tops UIC in Close Contest

Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · CFSB Center

Murray State Racers 81, UIC Flames 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won UIC Flames vs Murray State Racers?

Murray State Racers beat UIC Flames 81-74 at CFSB Center on February 3, 2026.

Who was favored in UIC Flames vs Murray State Racers?

Murray State Racers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -298 (about 75% implied). The favorite won.

In a closely contested matchup, the Murray State Racers emerged victorious against the UIC Flames with a final score of 81-74 at the CFSB Center. This game was particularly noteworthy as it marked the continuation of Murray State's rivalry with UIC, with the Racers now holding a 3-1 advantage in their last four meetings. The Racers had previously defeated the Flames 81-77 earlier in the season on January 2, 2026, showcasing the competitive nature of this fixture.

Murray State entered the game with a home record of 17-7, but their recent form had been concerning, as they had lost their last four games, bringing their last ten-game record to 6-4. During this stretch, they averaged 82.4 points scored while allowing 80.8 points, indicating a struggle on both ends of the court. Their last five games showed an alarming trend, with only one win and an average of 80.4 points scored against 87.2 allowed. In contrast, UIC came into the game with a more favorable record of 13-11 and an impressive streak of eight consecutive wins, boasting a scoring average of 71.7 points and allowing just 65.0 points over their last ten games.

The matchup also featured contrasting home and away performances. Murray State had a solid home record of 4-1 in their last five home games, while UIC also performed well away from home, holding a 4-1 record in their last five games on the road. This made the game even more intriguing, as both teams had shown they could perform under different conditions.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant injuries affecting either team, which meant both squads were likely at full strength heading into the contest. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Murray State favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 157.5. The moneyline reflected Murray State at -298 and UIC at +240, indicating confidence in the Racers to secure the win.

The game unfolded in a competitive manner, with both teams exchanging leads. Key moments included several free throws made by Murray State in the second half, which helped them maintain their lead. Roman Domon contributed with crucial free throws, while Brayden Shorter and Fred King also added to the scoring from the charity stripe. UIC attempted to close the gap with a tip-in dunk from Rashund Washington Jr. and a dunk by Abdul Momoh, but Murray State's free throw shooting proved decisive in the final moments.

Overall, this matchup was a testament to the resilience of Murray State as they broke their losing streak against a formidable opponent in UIC, who had been on a remarkable winning run. The Racers will look to build on this victory as they aim to regain momentum in the remainder of their season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	MUR -6.5	157.5 o -112 / u -108	UIC Flames +240 · Murray State Racers -298

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Leaders

PointsRoman Domon18Murray State Racers
AssistsJavon Jackson6Murray State Racers
ReboundsFred King14Murray State Racers
PointsRashund Washington Jr.22UIC Flames
AssistsAhmad Henderson II4UIC Flames
ReboundsRashund Washington Jr.12UIC Flames

Recent form

Murray State Racers

Last 10: 6-4Streak L482.4 scored · 80.8 allowed per game4-1 at home

L86-103at Belmont BruinsFeb 1
L65-70vs Illinois State RedbirdsJan 29
L76-81at Northern Iowa PanthersJan 24
L90-101at Drake BulldogsJan 22
W85-81vs Indiana State SycamoresJan 17
W92-79vs Valparaiso BeaconsJan 10
W79-69at Evansville Purple AcesJan 8
W86-66vs Bradley BravesJan 4
W81-77at UIC FlamesJan 2
W84-81vs Southern Illinois SalukisDec 30

UIC Flames

Last 10: 8-2Streak W871.7 scored · 65 allowed per game4-1 away

W68-66at Southern Illinois SalukisFeb 1
W76-74vs Indiana State SycamoresJan 28
W85-70at Bradley BravesJan 25
W76-49vs Evansville Purple AcesJan 21
W74-67vs Drake BulldogsJan 17
W69-61at Northern Iowa PanthersJan 14
W63-59at Illinois State RedbirdsJan 10
W70-57vs Southern Illinois SalukisJan 8
L59-66at Valparaiso BeaconsJan 4
L77-81vs Murray State RacersJan 2

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Belmont	26-6	-	16-4
Bradley	21-13	3	13-7
Illinois State	23-13	4	12-8
Murray State	20-13	4	12-8
UIC	19-16	4	12-8
Northern Iowa	23-13	5	11-9
Valparaiso	18-15	5	11-9
Southern Illinois	16-16	6	10-10
Drake	14-20	10	6-14
Indiana State	11-21	12	4-16
Evansville	7-25	13	3-17

Box score

Stat	UIC Flames	Murray State Racers
Field goals	25-62	28-60
Field goal %	40	47
Three-pointers	7-20	9-28
Three-point %	35	32
Free throws	17-29	16-22
Free throw %	59	73
Rebounds	38	45
Offensive rebounds	12	12
Defensive rebounds	26	33
Assists	12	14
Steals	7	9
Blocks	3	2
Turnovers	12	16
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	1	0
Points off turnovers	14	8
Fast-break points	12	14
Points in the paint	30	34
Fouls	21	24
Largest lead	0	16
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	96

How the scoring went

2nd Half43-47Jayce Nathaniel makes 3-foot dunk (Ahmad Henderson II assists)
2nd Half44-47Rashund Washington Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half45-47Rashund Washington Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half45-49Javon Jackson makes layup
2nd Half45-51Fred King makes 5-foot jumper
2nd Half45-54Brayden Shorter makes 27-foot three point jumper (Roman Domon assists)
2nd Half45-57Javon Jackson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Brayden Shorter assists)
2nd Half45-59Roman Domon makes 4-foot dunk (KJ Tenner assists)
2nd Half47-59Tai Walters-Whitaker makes layup
2nd Half47-61Roman Domon makes layup
2nd Half47-63Javon Jackson makes 4-foot jumper
2nd Half48-63Andy Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half49-63Andy Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half51-63Andy Johnson makes 14-foot jumper
2nd Half51-65Fred King makes layup
2nd Half53-65Ahmad Henderson II makes layup
2nd Half54-65Ahmad Henderson II makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half54-67Fred King makes layup
2nd Half55-67Andy Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-67Andy Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half56-69Fred King makes 4-foot dunk (Brayden Shorter assists)
2nd Half59-69Ahmad Henderson II makes 24-foot three point jumper (Josiah Hammons assists)
2nd Half59-70Roman Domon makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half59-71Roman Domon makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half61-71Rashund Washington Jr. makes layup
2nd Half61-72Javon Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-72Ahmad Henderson II makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half63-72Ahmad Henderson II makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-72Ahmad Henderson II makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half66-75KJ Tenner makes 24-foot three point jumper (Javon Jackson assists)
2nd Half68-75Rashund Washington Jr. makes 4-foot dunk (Ahmad Henderson II assists)
2nd Half70-75Ahmad Henderson II makes layup
2nd Half70-76Roman Domon makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half70-77Roman Domon makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half72-77Rashund Washington Jr. makes 0-foot tip in dunk
2nd Half74-77Abdul Momoh makes 3-foot dunk (Josiah Hammons assists)
2nd Half74-78Brayden Shorter makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half74-79Brayden Shorter makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half74-80Fred King makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half74-81Fred King makes free throw 2 of 2