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Rice vs Alcorn State Final: 77-75 - Recap

Alem Huseinovic scored 20 points leading Rice to a 77-75 victory over Alcorn State at Tudor Fieldhouse on Monday.

Denver Anglin had 11 points for Rice and Trae Broadnax chipped in with 11 points. Trae Broadnax had 7 assists for them, while Trae Broadnax was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.

Alcorn State got a 21-point performance from Jalyke Gaines - Wyatt, who was supported by 14 points from Keionte Cornelius. Daniel Braster had 3 assists in a losing cause for Alcorn State, while Michael Pajeaud grabbed 9 rebounds.

Rice was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Rice had a 31-29 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Rice heads into a battle against UNT Dallas. Alcorn State, meanwhile, will have their next action against UAB.