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Georgia State Downs South Alabama 84-81 - Match Report
South Alabama was burned for 28 points by Evan Johnson on Friday as Georgia State picked up a 84-81 win at Mitchell Center.
Bettors who backed Georgia State were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -2.5 at sportsbooks.
Kane Williams had 14 points for Georgia State and Jalen Thomas chipped in with 14 points. Kane Williams had 7 assists for them, while Eliel Nsoseme was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
South Alabama got 32 points from Michael Flowers in a losing cause and another 19 points from Kayo Goncalves. John Pettway contributed 5 assists for them, while Jamal West had 10 rebounds.
Georgia State was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Georgia State had a 35-34 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.