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Postseason NIT - Norfolk State vs Alabama Final: 80-79 - Recap
Derrik Jamerson Jr. went off for 25 points and added 7 rebounds leading Norfolk State over Alabama, 80-79, on Wednesday at Coleman Coliseum.
Bettors who backed Norfolk State were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +16.5 at sportsbooks.
Norfolk State got 15 points from Nic Thomas and another 13 points from Steven Whitley. Steven Whitley contributed 7 assists, while Jordan Butler cleaned the glass with 13 rebounds.
Alabama got 18 points from Herb Jones in a losing cause and another 17 points from Alex Reese. Dazon Ingram contributed 6 assists for them, while Donta Hall had 12 rebounds.
Norfolk State was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Norfolk State had a 46-42 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.