February 14, 2025 | Sneaker Shop Talk

Second-half surge powers Tennessee State to 66-49 win over Eastern Illinois

February 14, 2025 Brandon King

Spurred by a second half in which they outscored their Eastern Illinois opponent 43-28, Tennessee State was able to create separation on the way to a 66-49road victory. From Tennessee State Athletics: The Tennessee State men’s basketball team finished with three players in double figures and pulled away in the second half en route to a 66-49 win and season sweep over Eastern Illinois on Thursday evening. The Tigers (13-13, 9-6 OVC) were led by Travis Harper II, who had 14 points and seven rebounds. Aaron Nkrumah tacked on 13 points and six…

Tennessee State falls to Eastern Illinois, 69-49

February 14, 2025February 14, 2025 Brandon King

The no.1 defensive team in the Ohio Valley Conference, Eastern Illinois, held Tennessee State to sub 40% in three of four quarters as the Panthers handily defeated Tennessee State 69-49 Thursday night. The Panthers controlled the first quarter, trailing in the period. Tennessee State was able to knot the game at 9 and 11 apiece but Eastern Illinois took a 17-15 lead heading into the second quarter. The Lady Tigers continued to play uphill in the second, falling behind by as much as 7 points on two different occasions, at…