ncaab Game Recap
Texas State vs Arkansas State Final: 70-67 - Recap
Texas State got 23 points from Nijal Pearson as they ran past Arkansas State 70-67 on Saturday at First National Bank Arena.
Texas State won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -4.5-point spread.
Texas State got 11 points from Alonzo Sule and another 9 points from Isiah Small. Mason Harrell contributed 3 assists, while Isiah Small cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.
Arkansas State got a 15-point performance from Melo Eggleston, who was supported by 13 points from Caleb Fields. Canberk Kus had 3 assists in a losing cause for Arkansas State, while Malik Brevard grabbed 8 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Texas State were victorious, as the score was 41-35 at the break.
Arkansas State won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 34-33.
Texas State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Troy. Arkansas State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Georgia State.