| 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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2020-2021 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Standings
| TEAM | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norfolk St | 8-4 | - | 14-7 |
| Coppin State | 8-4 | - | 9-12 |
| Morgan St | 7-4 | 0.5 | 12-6 |
| Howard | 0-0 | 2 | 1-4 |
| Delaware State | 0-11 | 7.5 | 2-16 |
| TEAM | CONF | GB | OVR |
| North Carolina A&T | 7-1 | - | 11-10 |
| Florida A&M | 7-5 | 2 | 8-11 |
| North Carolina Central | 3-5 | 4 | 5-8 |
| South Carolina State | 1-7 | 6 | 1-17 |