The Morehead State Eagles pulled off a stunning 8-point upset over the Tennessee State Tigers, winning 94-86 in a thrilling matchup at Ellis T. Johnson Arena. This victory marked a significant upset, as the Morehead State Eagles, ranked 268 in the NET rankings, took down the Tennessee State Tigers, ranked 227. Josiah LeGree led the charge for Morehead State, scoring 25 points, while Travis Harper II put up an impressive 30 points for Tennessee State. The Eagles' 94 points were the most they have scored in a game this season, with 57 of those points coming in the second half.
Josiah LeGree's 25 Points Lead Morehead State to Upset Victory
The game was a back-and-forth affair, with Tennessee State taking a 41-37 lead into halftime. However, Morehead State came out strong in the second half, outscoring the Tigers 57-45. The Eagles' Jon Carroll and Davion Cunningham played crucial roles in the victory, with Carroll scoring 18 points and grabbing 9 rebounds, and Cunningham adding 16 points. The Tigers' Travis Harper II and Aaron Nkrumah also had notable performances, with Harper II scoring 30 points and Nkrumah contributing 20 points and 6 rebounds. Morehead State's 8-point margin of victory was a reflection of their strong second-half performance, where they shot 51.9% from the field and made 7 three-pointers.
Josiah LeGree and Travis Harper II were the standout performers in this game, with LeGree scoring 25 points on 9-14 shooting and Harper II putting up 30 points on 11-20 shooting. Jon Carroll and Aaron Nkrumah also had impressive games, with Carroll scoring 18 points and grabbing 9 rebounds, and Nkrumah contributing 20 points and 6 rebounds. Davion Cunningham added 16 points for Morehead State, while Dante Harris scored 12 points and dished out 7 assists for Tennessee State. The Eagles' top performers combined for 59 points, with LeGree and Carroll accounting for 43 of those points.
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Morehead State outshot Tennessee State 49.2% to 45.5% from the field, and made 10 three-pointers to the Tigers' 7. The Eagles also outrebounded the Tigers 36-32, with Jon Carroll grabbing 9 rebounds to lead the team. Tennessee State committed 14 turnovers, compared to Morehead State's 10, which was a crucial factor in the game. The Eagles' 94 points were the most they have scored in a game this season, and their 57 second-half points were the most they have scored in a half all year.
The CHD Scout predicted Tennessee State to win by 3 points, with a predicted score of 74-77. However, the actual result was a 94-86 victory for Morehead State, with the Eagles winning by 8 points. This marked a significant upset, as the Tigers were favored to win. The CHD Scout's prediction was off by 21 points, highlighting the unpredictability of this matchup. The Eagles' strong second-half performance and Josiah LeGree's 25 points were key factors in the upset victory.
This victory was a Quadrant 4 win for Morehead State, and a Quadrant 4 loss for Tennessee State. The Eagles' NET ranking of 268 will likely improve with this upset victory, while the Tigers' ranking of 227 may take a hit. The win improves Morehead State's record to 15-12, while Tennessee State falls to 17-9. The Eagles' resume now includes a notable upset victory, which could be a crucial factor in their postseason hopes. With 8 points separating the two teams, this game will be remembered as a significant upset in the college basketball world.
Morehead State's next game is scheduled for February 17th, where they will face off against the Eastern Kentucky Colonels. Tennessee State want to bounce back on February 19th, when they take on the Belmont Bruins. Both teams want to build on their current records, with Morehead State seeking to continue their momentum and Tennessee State aiming to regain their footing.