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South Alabama Downs Coastal Carolina 71-68 - Match Report

South Alabama got 17 points from Jay Jay Chandler as they ran past Coastal Carolina 71-68 on Thursday at HTC Center.

South Alabama was the ATS victor, as they covered the -1.0-point spread as a favorite.

South Alabama got 15 points from Diante Smith and another 15 points from Charles Manning Jr.. Jay Jay Chandler contributed 8 assists, while Javon Franklin cleaned the glass with 14 rebounds.

Coastal Carolina got a 24-point performance from Rudi Williams, who was supported by 10 points from Wilfried Likayi. Rudi Williams had 4 assists in a losing cause for Coastal Carolina, while Essam Mostafa grabbed 11 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed South Alabama were victorious, as the score was 31-29 at the break.

Coastal Carolina had a 32-29 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

South Alabama looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Appalachian State. Coastal Carolina will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Troy.