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North Florida Falls 81-73 to Tennessee State - Recap

Tennessee State got 13 points from Carlos Marshall Jr. as they ran past North Florida 81-73 on Friday at Orleans Arena.

Tennessee State was a +3.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Emmanuel Egbuta had 13 points for Tennessee State and Wesley Harris chipped in with 13 points. Mark Freeman had 6 assists for them, while Wesley Harris was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.

North Florida got 22 points from Carter Hendricksen in a losing cause and another 22 points from Ivan Gandia-Rosa. Ivan Gandia-Rosa contributed 9 assists for them, while Dorian James had 7 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Tennessee State were victorious, as the score was 38-31 at the break.

Tennessee State had a 34-27 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Tennessee State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Chicago State. North Florida will aim to get back on the winning track vs. High Point.