ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Arkansas State Defeats Texas State 85-74
Texas State was victimized for 23 points and 11 rebounds by Izaiyah Nelson as Arkansas State defeated them 85-74 in NCAA action on Saturday.
Bettors who backed Arkansas State were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -5.5 at sportsbooks.
Arkansas State got 20 points from Terrance Ford Jr. and another 19 points from Kobe Julien. Terrance Ford Jr. contributed 5 assists, while Izaiyah Nelson cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
Texas State got 17 points from Tylan Pope in a losing cause and another 15 points from Dylan Dawson. Joshua O'Garro contributed 6 assists for them, while Tylan Pope had 5 rebounds.
Arkansas State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Arkansas State as they grabbed 35 boards, while Texas State only had 21
Next game, Arkansas State takes its act on the road to face Marshall looking for another win. For Texas State, they head on the road to face Old Dominion.