MURRAY STATE RACERS MEN'S BASKETBALL

Missouri Valley ConferenceD1-FCSwinter

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Murray State's basketball program operates from the Sanford Pentagon in western Kentucky, where the Racers have compiled a 19-9 record this season under coach Ryan Miller. The team's home prowess is evident in their 12-3 home record compared to a 7-6 road mark, suggesting the venue provides a significant advantage for the 15-man roster competing in the Missouri Valley Conference. Murray State's offensive efficiency has been the driving force behind their success, averaging 84.3 points per game while holding opponents to 79.5 points, a differential that underscores their ability to control games through scoring balance.

Conference play has been competitive for the Racers, who sit at 7-6 in Missouri Valley Conference competition, placing them in the middle of a deep league. Operating from a campus of 9,932 students in Murray, Kentucky, the program represents a sustained commitment to mid-major basketball. Ryan Miller's coaching has emphasized the home-court advantage that the Sanford Pentagon provides, and the team's ability to outscore opponents by nearly five points per contest demonstrates the effectiveness of their current approach during the winter season.

KEY FACTS

SchoolMurray State University
SportMen's Basketball
ConferenceMissouri Valley Conference
DivisionD1-FCS
LocationMurray, Kentucky
VenueSanford Pentagon
Head CoachRyan Miller

ROSTER (2025-26)

#NamePos
11Dylan AndersonC
25Dillon ButlerG
2Mathis CourbonG
14Lachlan CrateG
77Roman DomonG
4Tristian FordG
22Javon JacksonG
33Fred KingC
13Mason MillerF
34Brayden ShorterG
7Ben ShtolzbergG
9Layne TaylorG
10KJ TennerG
8JJ TraynorF
6Brock ViceF

SEASON RECORD

20-12

Overall

13-4

Home

7-8

Away

8-8

Conference

83.3 PPG / 79.9 Opp PPG

SCHEDULE (2025-26)

DateOpponentResult
Nov 3Omaha MavericksW 85-77
Nov 8Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsW 108-60
Nov 12SMU MustangsL 91-102
Nov 15Nicholls ColonelsW 99-79
Nov 19Little Rock TrojansW 89-68
Nov 24Middle Tennessee Blue RaidersL 87-90
Nov 25McNeese CowboysL 60-73
Nov 26George Washington RevolutionariesW 96-95
Dec 3Morehead State EaglesW 84-52
Dec 6Bellarmine KnightsW 81-68
Dec 13Akron ZipsW 115-100
Dec 19Drake BulldogsW 81-72
Dec 21Valparaiso BeaconsW 85-79
Dec 30Southern Illinois SalukisW 84-81
Jan 2UIC FlamesW 81-77
Jan 4Bradley BravesW 86-66
Jan 8Evansville Purple AcesW 79-69
Jan 10Valparaiso BeaconsW 92-79
Jan 17Indiana State SycamoresW 85-81
Jan 22Drake BulldogsL 90-101
Jan 24Northern Iowa PanthersL 76-81
Jan 29Illinois State RedbirdsL 65-70
Feb 1Belmont BruinsL 86-103
Feb 4UIC FlamesW 81-74
Feb 7Southern Illinois SalukisW 91-81
Feb 10Northern Iowa PanthersL 60-89
Feb 13Indiana State SycamoresW 74-72
Feb 15Belmont BruinsL 70-87
Feb 19Illinois State RedbirdsL 61-78
Feb 21Evansville Purple AcesW 88-75
Mar 1Bradley BravesL 78-87
Mar 6UIC FlamesL 79-92

ANALYTICS

+3.4

Pt Diff

L2

Streak

52.6%

SOS

#119

T-Rank

Barthag: 0.6186

#93

109.7

Adj O

#166

105.2

Adj D

Last 5: 1-4Last 10: 4-6Best W Streak: 12Worst L Streak: 4
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What conference does Murray State Men's Basketball compete in?
Murray State Racers Men's Basketball competes in the Missouri Valley Conference conference at the NCAA D1-FCS level.
Where does Murray State play men's basketball home games?
Murray State Men's Basketball plays home games at Sanford Pentagon in Murray, KY.
Who is the head coach of Murray State Men's Basketball?
The head coach of Murray State Racers Men's Basketball is Ryan Miller.
When was Murray State Men's Basketball program established?
The establishment date for Murray State Men's Basketball is not currently available.