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Norfolk State Spartans vs Coppin State Eagles Recap - Norfolk State Wins 89-59

Norfolk State cruised to victory on Saturday, running Coppin State out of the gym and running up a 89-59 score at Physical Education Complex.

Joe Bryant Jr. had 29 points for Norfolk State and Jalen Hawkins chipped in with 21 points. Joe Bryant Jr. had 6 assists for them, while Kris Bankston was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.

Coppin State got a 18-point performance from Nendah Tarke, who was supported by 10 points from Justin Steers. Reggie James had 4 assists in a losing cause for Coppin State, while Nendah Tarke grabbed 7 rebounds.

Norfolk State led at halftime, 35-24.

Norfolk State had a 47-29 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Next game, Norfolk State takes its act on the road to face Morgan State looking for another win. For Coppin State, they head on the road to face Howard.