MONTGOMERY, Ala.- Texas Southern moved into sole possession of first place after a big 58-49 win over Alabama State on Saturday.
Defense was a key part in TSU's victory as only shot 21 percent in the second half compared to 43 for TSU, but a big difference in the game was in three-point field goal efficiency.Â
The Hornets entered the game as the top three-point shooting team in the conference, averaging over six per game and shooting a league-leading 38 percent.
In tonight's action, ASU only made one of their 14 attempts, while the Tigers connected on six of their 19 attempts, outscoring ASU 18-3 in three point baskets.
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The Tigers had a balanced offensive attack in the first half with Madarious Gibbs leading the way with seven points while Chris Thomas and Malcolm Riley had six each.
TSU had three players reach double-digits led by Gibbs 16 points. Riley added 14 and Deverell Biggs added 10.TSU out rebounded the Hornets 37-30 during the contest.
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