ncaab Game Recap
Emerald Coast Classic - Mercer Bears vs Tennessee State Tigers Wrap - Mercer Wins 60-59
Mercer grabbed a 60-59 win over Tennessee State on Friday, behind a 15-point effort from Robby Carmody at Raider Arena.
Mercer was a +2.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Mercer got 12 points from Amanze Ngumezi and another 10 points from Jake Davis. Anthony Benard contributed 3 assists, while Amanze Ngumezi cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Tennessee State got a 18-point performance from Jaylen Jones, who was supported by 17 points from Kinyon Hodges. Jaylen Jones had 3 assists in a losing cause for Tennessee State, while Kinyon Hodges grabbed 6 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Mercer were victorious, as the score was 32-18 at the break.
Mercer won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 31-26.
Next game, Mercer takes its act on the road to face Georgia looking for another win. For Tennessee State, they head on the road to face Alabama A&M.