South Carolina State Bulldogs @ North Carolina Central Eagles
| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
SCST | 27 | 29 | 56 |
NCCU | 31 | 42 | 73 |
Keyser scores 23 to carry NC Central over SC State 73-56
DURHAM, N.C. -- C.J. Keyser had a career-high 23 points as NC Central extended its home win streak to seven games, defeating South Carolina State 73-56 on Saturday.
Keyser made 9 of 12 shots.
Jibri Blount had 10 points for NC Central (9-12, 5-2 Mid-Eastern Conference). Jordan Perkins added seven assists.
Tashombe Riley had 13 points for the Bulldogs (9-11, 4-4). Tariq Simmons added 12 points.
NC Central plays Norfolk State at home on Monday. South Carolina State matches up against NC A&T on the road on Monday.
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Game Information
Durham, NC
Referee:Frankie Bordeaux
Referee:Haywood Bostic
Referee:Damon Allen
2025-26 Standings
| Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Howard | 11-3 | - | 24-11 |
| Morgan State | 10-4 | 1 | 14-16 |
| Norfolk State | 8-6 | 3 | 15-17 |
| North Carolina Central | 8-6 | 3 | 14-18 |
| South Carolina State | 7-7 | 4 | 10-22 |
| Maryland Eastern Shore | 5-9 | 6 | 9-23 |
| Coppin State | 5-9 | 6 | 7-24 |
| Delaware State | 2-12 | 9 | 8-23 |
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