Nashville Standard

Dedric Boyd knocked down eight three-point buckets but missed free throws hurt Tennessee State in a 74-64 loss to Morehead State in a nationally televised contest on Thursday evening. Jr. Clay tacked on nine points, seven assists and three steals and Marcus Fitzgerald Jr. chipped in as well with seven points.

The Tennessee State offense was very productive from three-point land, knocking down 11 threes on 20 attempts.

The Tennessee State defense caused its share of mistakes in Thursday's game, forcing 13 Morehead State turnovers while committing eight. Those takeaways turned into nine points on the other end of the floor. s.

How It Happened

Tennessee State struggled out of the gate, falling behind 34-24 heading into halftime.

After intermission, Tennessee State kept the Eagles from increasing their lead before going on a 5-0 run, finished off by Boyd's three, to shrink the deficit to 60-55 with 4:57 to go in the contest. Morehead State responded and outscored the Tigers, ending the game with a final score of 74-64. Tennessee State shot well from three-point range in the half, hitting seven shots from deep to score 21 of its 40 points.

Game Notes

» The Tigers made over half of their attempts from three-point range, knocking down 11 of 20 shots.

» Dedric Boyd was an assassin from beyond the arc, knocking down eight treys.

» The Tennessee State defense forced 13 turnovers.

» Dedric Boyd led the Tigers with a game-high 28 points.

» Tennessee State got four rebounds from both David Acosta and Justin Williams. 

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