KIRKSVILLE, Mo.  — Truman State delivered a commanding performance Monday night, defeating Lincoln (Mo.) University 78-59 in a Great Lakes Valley Conference matchup at Pershing Arena.
 
Jordan Cunningham led the Bulldogs (7-12, 4-5 GLVC) with a stellar double-double, tallying 20 points and 12 rebounds while adding three assists and two blocks. Tori Standefer contributed a career-high 14 points, including two three-pointers, while Lexie White added 10 points and six rebounds.
 
Truman State capitalized on their dominance on the boards, outrebounding the Blue Tigers 43-26. The Bulldogs also showcased their depth, with 30 points coming from the bench.
 
Hanne Nybo paced Lincoln (1-14, 0-9 GLVC) with 16 points and eight rebounds, while Imani Harris chipped in 14 points and three rebounds.
 
The Bulldogs set the tone early, outscoring Lincoln 18-14 in the first quarter and building their lead with a 17-13 second quarter. They sealed the win with a 22-point outburst in the third and a 21-point finish in the fourth.
 
Truman State will look to avenge an early season non-conference loss to Quincy (Ill.) on Saturday afternoon on the road. Tip time is slated for 1 p.m.