Missouri State is seeking an offensive identity following injuries to Jasmine Franklin and Abby Hipp. The Lady Bears’ performance beyond-the-arc against Illinois State on Saturday afternoon suggests the search continues.
Missouri State (13-4, 4-2 MVC) shot a dismal 11 percent (3-for-27) from three-point territory and Illinois State outscored MSU in the paint – a rare sight at JQH Arena – as the Redbirds (10-8, 6-1 MVC) bruised to a 52-51 win and snapped the Lady Bears’ 18-game home winning streak against Valley opponents.
Mya Bhinhar’s game-winning three-point attempt as the horn sounded fell off the rim – a fitting ending to a frustrating afternoon for Lady Bears’ shooters.