The UNI men’s basketball team hit on all cylinders early and earned a 85-75 win over Missouri State on Sunday in Cedar Falls. The Panthers led by 16 at half.

AJ Green led 5 panthers in double-figures scoring with 21 points, 3 rebounds, and 7 assists. Bowen Born and Noah Carter both scored 17.

UNI improved to 16-10 on the season and 12-4 in the Valley. The win puts UNI on top of the conference standings with Loyola.

Next up for the Panthers is a home game on Wednesday against Indiana State at 6:00 p.m.