Bradley Braves defeat Murray State Racers 87-78

Alex Huibregtse scores 21 points to lead the Braves to victory

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

The Bradley Braves defeated the Murray State Racers 87-78 in a college basketball matchup. Alex Huibregtse led the Braves with 21 points, helping the team improve to 20-11 on the season. The Racers moved to 20-11 with the loss.

Why it matters

This was an important conference matchup between two teams with identical records, as both teams are vying for a spot in the upcoming NCAA tournament. The win gives the Braves a boost in their postseason hopes.

The details

The Braves were led by a strong performance from Alex Huibregtse, who scored 21 points to pace the team. The Racers kept the game close throughout, but the Braves were able to pull away late to secure the 87-78 victory.

  • The game was played on March 1, 2026.

The players

Alex Huibregtse

A player for the Bradley Braves who scored 21 points in the win.

Bradley Braves

The college basketball team that defeated Murray State 87-78.

Murray State Racers

The college basketball team that lost to Bradley 87-78.

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The takeaway

This win keeps the Bradley Braves in contention for a spot in the NCAA tournament, as they continue to battle for a strong finish to the regular season.