Bowling Green wins 76-73 against Georgia State

Nov 3, 2026, 01:00 pm

ATLANTA -- — Zach Howell's 28 points helped Bowling Green defeat Georgia State 76-73 on Monday in a season opener.

Howell also contributed eight rebounds for the Falcons. Josiah Shackelford scored 12 points and added nine rebounds. Tristan Beckford shot 5 of 6 from the field and 2 for 9 from the line to finish with 12 points.

Jacob Meyer led the way for the Panthers with 25 points, seven assists and two steals. Georgia State also got 20 points from Jaden Jackson. David Thomas finished with 14 points.

Bowling Green used a 10-0 second-half run to break a 34-34 tie with 15:51 remaining. Howell scored 13 second-half points.

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