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Norfolk State Defeats North Carolina Central 77-71 - Recap
Norfolk State grabbed a 77-71 win over North Carolina Central on Monday, behind a 21-point effort from Dana Tate Jr. at Echols Hall.
Norfolk State got 18 points from Joe Bryant Jr. and another 17 points from Cahiem Brown. Cahiem Brown contributed 3 assists, while Cahiem Brown cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
North Carolina Central got a 21-point performance from Justin Wright, who was supported by 17 points from Brendan Medley-Bacon. Fred Cleveland Jr. had 5 assists in a losing cause for North Carolina Central, while Brendan Medley-Bacon grabbed 7 rebounds.
Norfolk State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Norfolk State had a 29-28 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 Hampton looking for another win. For North Carolina Central, they head home to face Morgan State.