GRAND RAPIDS, MICH. – 13^th ranked Grand Valley State proved to be too much for the University of Missouri-St. Louis women's basketball team as the Tritons suffered an 87-44 loss on Saturday afternoon.
 
Records: UMSL (0-2), #13 Grand Valley State (2-0)
 
How it Happened
The Lakers led 20-10 after the first quarter and built a 42-24 halftime advantage behind 60.7 percent shooting in the first half.
 
Grand Valley State finished the game shooting 59.6 and capitalized on 27 UMSL miscues, outscoring the Tritons, 26-14, in points off turnovers.
 
Inside the Box Score

• Sophomore Alex LaPorta led the Tritons with 12 points, eight rebounds, four steals and two assists.
• Freshman Adriana Plavsic added nine points, while seniors Arielle Jackson and Kaitlynn Henning chipped in seven points each.
• The Tritons shot an even 30 percent and were out-rebounded 33-29, but held a 9-6 edge on the offensive end.
• The Lakers recorded six blocked shots.

 
Up Next: UMSL travels to future GLVC member Lindenwood on Wednesday for a 5:30 p.m. game.