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Sun Belt Tournament - Arkansas State Falls 71-68 to Georgia State - Recap

Justin Roberts scored 17 points leading Georgia State to a 71-68 victory over Arkansas State at Pensacola Bay Center on Saturday.

Georgia State won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -8.0-point spread.

Georgia State got 15 points from Corey Allen and another 11 points from Evan Johnson. Kane Williams contributed 5 assists, while Eliel Nsoseme cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.

Arkansas State got a 16-point performance from Marquis Eaton, who was supported by 16 points from Norchad Omier. Marquis Eaton had 8 assists in a losing cause for Arkansas State, while Norchad Omier grabbed 18 rebounds.

Georgia State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Arkansas State won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 43-33.