March 19, 2025 | Sneaker Shop Talk

Tennessee State’s Knute Wood enters the portal

March 19, 2025March 19, 2025 Brandon King

Tennessee State guard Knute Wood is entering the transfer portal. Wood made his announcement via a post to his X account that read in part, “Thank you, Coach Collins, the staff, and my teammates for allowing me to grow into the player I am today. After much thought and prayer, I have decided to enter the transfer portal with two years of eligibility remaining. “ Wood averaged 5.7 points, including a team-leading .416 from downtown, and 1.7 rebounds in 22.0 minutes per contest. The redshirt sophomore’s most notable moment this season…

Knox’s late game heroics lifts Alabama State to NCAA Tournament win

March 19, 2025March 19, 2025 Staff

image via Luke Perry Courtesy of Alabama State Athletics Amarr Knox knocked down a buzzer-beating shot with only one second left on the clock to lead the Alabama State men’s basketball team past the Saint Francis (PA) Red Flash 70-68 at University of Dayton Arena Tuesday. The Hornets (20-15) had three players score in double figures, led by Knox, who had 16 points and two steals. Antonio “TJ” Madlock added 11 points and seven rebounds and Cj Hines chipped in as well with 10 points. Alabama State out-rebounded Saint Francis (PA)…