| 1 | 2 | OT | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MORG | 31 | 34 | 14 | 79 |
| NCCU | 34 | 31 | 7 | 72 |
Thomas leads Morgan State over North Carolina Central 79-72 in OT
DURHAM, N.C. -- — Will Thomas scored seven of his 23 points in overtime and Morgan State rallied to beat North Carolina Central 79-72 on Monday night.
Thomas added nine rebounds for the Bears (8-15, 4-3 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference). Ahmarie Simpkins scored 15 points with six rebounds. Kameron Hobbs hit three 3-pointers and scored 14.
Keishon Porter led the Eagles (13-9, 5-2) with 17 points and two blocks. Fred Cleveland Jr. added 12 points, eight rebounds and eight assists. Perry Smith Jr. contributed 10 points and 10 rebounds.
Simpkins hit a jumper with 37 seconds left for Morgan State, forcing overtime tied at 65.
------
The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
Game Information
- Referees:
- Damon Williams
- A.J. Desai
- Donta Carter
2023-24 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norfolk State | 11-3 | - | 24-11 |
| North Carolina Central | 9-5 | 2 | 18-13 |
| Howard | 9-5 | 2 | 18-17 |
| South Carolina State | 9-5 | 2 | 14-18 |
| Morgan State | 7-7 | 4 | 11-20 |
| Delaware State | 6-8 | 5 | 15-19 |
| Maryland-Eastern Shore | 4-10 | 7 | 9-20 |
| Coppin State | 1-13 | 10 | 2-27 |
Men's College Basketball News