Racer rally falls short at Southern Illinois

MBB: Down 12 at the half, Murray State can't complete comeback in 72-68 loss

Murray State’s Nick Ellington slams home two of his 14 points against Southern Illinois. (Photo: David Eaton/Murray State Athletics)

Murray State lost at Southern Illinois, 72-68, Wednesday night at the Banterra Center in Carbondale. Here’s what you need to know: