QUINCY, Ill. – Missouri Western Men’s Basketball (4-2) fell on the road to Quincy (2-2) 76-63 on Tuesday. The Griffons outscored the Hawks 32-25 in the first half but struggled shooting from the field in the second, suffering their first loss in five games.

NOTABLES

• The Griffons entered halftime with a 32-25 lead thanks to a solid defensive effort. Missouri Western limited Quincy to just 31 percent shooting in the first half.
• Tyus Millhollin’s three-pointer with five minutes remaining capped off a 14-6 to tie the game at 62.
• Following Millhollin’s three, the Hawks closed the game on a 14-1 run as the Griffons missed their last eight shots.
• The Griffons had their worst shooting performance of the season, shooting just 36 percent from the field.
• Quincy had the advantage in getting to the free-throw line all night. The Hawks drew 27 fouls and shot 32 free throws.
• The Griffons turned the ball over just three times in the second half after having 12 turnovers before halftime.
• Tuesday’s road loss ends Missouri Western’s longest win streak since the 2011-12 season.

LEADERS

• Bryan Hudson led the team with 17 points on 50 percent shooting.
• Lavon Hightower added 15 points and a game-high seven boards.
• Sam Siganos led all players with three assists.

UP NEXT

• Missouri Western will head to St. Louis for the UMSL Thanksgiving Classic this weekend.
• The Griffons will play Missouri – St. Louis (4-1) on Friday, Nov. 23.
• The Tritons defeated St. Louis College of Pharmacy 92-80 on Nov. 19.

— MWSU Athletics —