NCCU Men’s Basketball Set to Face Georgia State in Atlanta
Atlanta, Ga. – The North Carolina Central University (NCCU) men’s basketball team is gearing up for a road contest against the Georgia State University Panthers on Friday, November 22 at 7 p.m., hosted at the GSU Convocation Center. This matchup marks the first encounter between the two teams and will be available for live streaming on ESPN+.
Entering Week 3, NCCU holds a record of 1-5, while Georgia State stands at 2-2. The Eagles recently participated in the Rock Hill Classic, where they faced three mid-major teams, ending the tournament with a 1-2 record. Their sole victory came against the College of William & Mary with a close score of 78-76 on November 16. Junior guard Po’Boigh King shone in the tournament, averaging 19.8 points, including a standout 22-point performance in the win over William & Mary.
NCCU’s statistics highlight their solid free throw shooting, ranked 59th nationally at 76.3%, and their strong three-point defense, sitting 36th with an opponent shooting percentage of 25.9%. They also excel in turnover margin, ranked 76th with a +3.5 average.
On the other hand, Georgia State is coming off a dominant 106-66 victory against Toccoa Falls College, spearheaded by Jelani Hamilton’s impressive 32 points. The team’s leading scorer, Toneari Lane, averages 16.5 points per game, while they show strength in rebounding, currently ranking 11th in offensive rebounds per game nationally.
As both teams gear up for this thrilling matchup, fans can look forward to an exciting game filled with competitive play. For more updates on NCCU Athletics, visit NCCUEaglePride.com or download the NCCU Eagles Athletics app.
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