CBSSports.com wire reports
Dec. 15, 2011
MURRAY, Ky. — Ed Daniel and Ivan Aska both scored 16 points and No. 24 Murray State won its first game as a ranked team in 13 years, an 89-65 victory against Lipscomb on Thursday night.
The Racers (10-0) have coach Steve Prohm off to the best start for a rookie coach in Murray State history.
Isaiah Canaan added 13 points for the Racers, who won their 14th consecutive non-conference game, a streak dating to February 2009.
Murray State led by 16 points at halftime and pulled away throughout the second half.
The Racers, who forced Lipscomb into 23 turnovers, had 15 steals and 25 assists.
Malcom Smith led the Bisons (6-6) with 13 points, while Robert Boyd added nine.