Norfolk State recorded its fourth straight win, handing Morgan State an 85-82 loss in a back-and-forth contest at Hill Field House on Monday evening. The Spartans went into halftime with a two-point lead, but the Bears kept fighting, resulting in five lead changes in the second half. However, Norfolk State was able to take control late and come away with the win.
Jamarii Thomas led the way for Norfolk State, putting up a game-high 20 points. Thomas led what was a complete offensive performance for the Spartans. The team shot 52% from the field while scoring 1.26 points per possession. That offensive output included 7-of-20 shooting from beyond the arc and 14-of-18 shooting on free throws.
The Bears played well offensively in this one. They averaged 1.23 points per possession on 49% shooting from the field. Rob Lawson led the way, putting up 20 points. Wynston Tabbs also contributed, adding another 19 points.
- Norfolk’s defense buoyed their offense, scoring 23 points off of 14 Morgan State turnovers
- Morgan State was plagued by three unforced turnovers (4% of possessions)
- The attendance of the game at Hill Field House was 3,238
Both teams have their next games on March 2. Norfolk State takes on conference rival Delaware State at Memorial Hall, where the Spartans will look to continue their road success. Meanwhile, Morgan State will try to turn things around when they meet a South Carolina State side riding the momentum from a win in its last outing. That one will be played at Hill Field House.
Norfolk State is now 9-2 in MEAC play, with North Carolina Central, Howard and South Carolina State all tied for second at 7-4.
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