Crawford scores 19 as UIC beats Murray State 92-79 in Missouri Valley Conference Tournament

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ST. LOUIS (AP) — Elijah Crawford had 19 points in UIC's 92-79 victory over Murray State on Friday in the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament quarterfinals.

Crawford also contributed six assists for the Flames (18-14). Rashund Washington Jr. and Andy Johnson finished with 17 points apiece.

Javon Jackson led the way for the Racers (20-12) with 30 points. Mason Miller added 12 points and Roman Domon finished with 11 points.

UIC took the lead for good with 16:42 left in the first half. The score was 50-32 at halftime, with Johnson racking up 15 points. Washington scored a team-high 15 points in the second half.

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