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Norfolk State vs South Carolina State Final: 79-72 - Recap

Norfolk State earned a 79-72 victory over South Carolina State on Saturday, getting 16 points from Jamarii Thomas at Smith-Hammond-Middleton Center.

Norfolk State got 13 points from Daryl Anderson and another 10 points from Christian Ings. Christian Ings contributed 4 assists, while Tyrel Bladen cleaned the glass with 5 rebounds.

South Carolina State got a 12-point performance from Mitchell Taylor, who was supported by 11 points from Jordan Simpson. Jordan Simpson had 5 assists in a losing cause for South Carolina State, while Jordan Simpson grabbed 8 rebounds.

Norfolk State led at halftime, 40-31.

South Carolina State had a 36-33 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Norfolk State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the North Carolina Central. South Carolina State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Howard.