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Texas Southern broke its streak of eight consecutive losses, defeating Mississippi Valley State University in a 72-36 rout on Saturday afternoon at Health & P.E. Arena. The Lady Tigers had the upper hand in this one, going into half with a 12-point lead and outscoring the Devilettes 48-24 in the final 20 minutes.
Micah Gray led the way for Texas Southern, putting up 25 points. As a team, the Lady Tigers shot 38% from the field, 28% from behind the arc, and 62% from the free throw line. The advanced stats told a similar story, as the team put up 1.06 points per possession on 46% true shooting.
Mississippi Valley State University was led by Zaria Harleaux, who recorded eight points and six boards. As a team, the Devilettes struggled to get things going offensively, scoring just 0.52 points per possession on 29% shooting from the field. Even the uncontested attempts were not falling, as the Devilettes went a paltry 1-of-2 from the free throw line.
These teams will have little time to prep for their next test, as each plays next on February 20. Texas Southern hosts Arkansas-Pine Bluff, while Mississippi Valley State University hits the road to meet Prairie View A&M. The Lady Tigers will look to keep their momentum rolling and earn another win. On the other side, the Devilettes will hit the road once again.
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