The Wichita State men’s basketball team defeated Emporia State on Friday with a score of 73-57.
The Shockers were able to take a 19-point lead after the first half. Morris Udeze led the way for WSU at the half, tallying 14 of his 18 points in the first 20 minutes of play. Udeze finished 7-7 from the field.
ESU was able to outscore WSU 31-28 in the final 20 minutes of the second half.
For the first time all season, WSU made a change in the starting lineup with Craig Porter Jr. replacing Alterique Gilbert. Porter was held scoreless in the contest while Gilbert contributed six points off the bench.