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Tigers Stumble in Second Half Against Murray State

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Tigers led by 14 points at halftime Friday night at FedExForum, but Murray State came back on the strength of 10 second-half 3-pointers to earn a 74-72 win.

The loss snaps Memphis' 11-game home winning streak dating back to a 56-49 loss to Tulsa on Dec. 21, 2020. The Tigers (5-4) have lost four-straight games.

Tyler Harris led the Tigers with 15 points on 3-of-6 3-point shooting, and he also had a team-high four assists. Jalen Duren added 14 points, five rebounds and three assists.