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Second half spurters sinks Tennessee State, falls to Tennessee Tech 69-49

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After a strong first half, the wheels came off for the Lady Tigers in the second half , as, saddled by turnovers, they were out scored 46-18 on the way to a 68-49 loss at the hands of Tennessee Tech.  from TSU Athletics : NASHVILLE — Tennessee State held Tennessee Tech to just 22 first-half points and carried a 31-22 advantage into halftime, but a strong third-quarter surge by the Golden Eagles flipped the momentum as the Lady Tigers fell 68-49 Monday evening at the Gentry Center Complex. Xai Whitfield and Aaniya Webb paced…

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Comeback bid falls short against Tennessee Tech

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Monday night’s overwhelming assault from the Golden Eagles’ three-point barrage proved to be too much for Tennessee State. Tennessee Tech connected on 15 of 24 from downtown, answering many TSU runs with demoralising threes, and pulled the 90-85 upset over the Tigers.  The Tigers’ offense was off-kilter in the first half. Seduced by hero-ball, Tennessee State shot just 37.1% (13-35) from the field and 20% (2-10) from the land of three.  Tennessee Tech had no such offensive challenges, converting on 57.7% (15-26) of their field goals, including 53.3 % (8-15)…

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North Carolina Central defeats Maryland Eastern Shore 65-63 in a down-to-the-wire fashion

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Image via Doug Burt It came down to the last possession but in this clash for the MEAC’s pole position, North Carolina Central was able to hang on to defeat Maryland Eastern Shore, 65-63.  The first half was a low-scoring affair largely controlled by North Carolina Central. The Eagles led by as much as 12 points in the opening half, leading for the entirety of the half, save a 47-second segment via a Zion Obanla layup that put the Hawks up 22-21. A three-point play from Takeo Carpenter gave the…

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“Sunset” Air Jordan 5 returns in 2026

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When it debuted twenty years ago, this women’s-specific iteration of the Air Jordan 5 was fairly well received. After two decades in stasis, Jordan Brand is rolling the “Sunset” out for a second retail run.  At this juncture, there are no available images but they should sport a white leather upper adorned on the sides with clear netting.  A sunset Jumpman is perched atop the reflective tongue, while the same branding appears in fire red at the rear heel. Fire red also takes care of the inner as well as…

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An in-hand look at the “All-Star” Levi’s x Air Jordan 3

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The “All-Star” is one of 4 colorways of the Air Jordan 3 berthed out of the reprisal of the collaborative relationship between Jordan Brand and Levi’s.  They feature a white leather upper, underlaid with blue denim at the midfoot and collar, and overlaid at the toe and wrapping the heel. A Levi’s tag can be seen on the lateral side and is joined by a Jumpman on the tongue and “NIKE AIR” branding on the rear heel Underneath resides a white and navy midsole as well as a navy rubber outsole. …

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Howard cleans up Norfolk State 88-60

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Image via David Sierra Courtesy of Ed Hill, Jr., retired Howard University Sports Information Director 60 Norf 88 Winner HOW Team 1 2 F Norf 28  32  60 HOW 42  46  88 WASHINGTON (January 31, 2026) – Guards Cedric Taylor III (Atlanta) and Bryce Harris(Brentwood, N.Y.) each scored 27 points to lead the Howard University men’s basketball team to an 88-60 win over Norfolk State in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) showdown at Burr Gymnasium. Taylor, a junior transfer from Morehouse College, connected on 9-of-10 from the field, 8-of-9 from the free throw line and just…

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Albany State men’s hoops finishes homecoming week with win over Fort Valley

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Image via Albany State Basketball Courtesy of Albany State Athletics 73 ASU 77 Winner FVSU Team 1 2 F ASU 39  34  73 FVSU 31  46  77 Albany, Ga. – The Albany State men’s basketball team put together a week that showcased resilience, competitive fire, and steady growth, culminating in an electric Winter Homecoming victory over rival Fort Valley State. While the final results varied, the Golden Rams consistently competed, shared the ball, and delivered big-time performances on both ends of the floor. The week opened with a hard-fought 77–73 battle against…

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Morgan State beats Collin State 85-74

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Title via Morgan State Athletics Courtesy of MSU Athletics Communications 89 Winner Morgan 80 Coppin Team 1 2 F Morgan 45  44  89 Coppin 32  48  80 BALTIMORE, Md. (Jan. 31, 2026) – Alfred Worrell Jr. and Walter Peggs Jr. combined for 40 points as Morgan State led wire-to-wire in an 89–80 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference victory over Baltimore rival Coppin State on Saturday night at PEC Arena. The win improved Morgan State to 9–13 overall and 5–2 in MEAC play. The Bears extended their winning streak to five games — their longest since the 2022–23 season. Coppin…

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Alabama A&M beats Florida A&M 72-65

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Image via AAMU Sports Courtesy of Brian Howard, Assistant AD for Communications THE HILL |Gabe Kincy delivered a clutch 3-pointer from the left corner as the Alabama A&M University men’s basketball team held on to defeat Florida A&M, 72-65, in a Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) game on Saturday at the AAMU Event Center. The Bulldogs (12-9 overall, 5-3 SWAC) never trailed, building an early cushion and answering every push from the Rattlers (8-11, 5-3 SWAC) down the stretch to earn their fifth conference win of the season. First HalfAlabama A&M jumped…

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Andrew Body returning to Alabama State, withdraws from the transfer portal 

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After entering the transfer portal last month, HBCU National Player of the Year Andrew Body is withdrawing from the transfer portal and will be returning to Alabama State.  Hornets head coach Wddie Robinson Jr seemed to have let the proverbial cat, er hornet, out of the bag that Body was remaining in Montgomery.  Body, the 2025 SWAC Offensive Player of the Year, caused considerable buzz when he announced on December 16 that he was entering the transfer portal.  Considering his evident and prodigious talent, numerous schools from the FCS and…

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