ncaab Game Recap
Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs Eastern Kentucky Colonels Wrap - Jacksonville State Wins 76-65
Jacksonville State grabbed a 76-65 win over Eastern Kentucky on Saturday, behind a 21-point effort from Jalen Gibbs at McBrayer Arena.
Demaree King had 11 points for Jacksonville State and Maros Zeliznak chipped in with 11 points. Jalen Finch had 7 assists for them, while Brandon Huffman was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 13 boards.
Eastern Kentucky got 18 points from Braxton Beverly in a losing cause and another 10 points from Russhard Cruickshank. Cooper Robb contributed 3 assists for them, while Cooper Robb had 6 rebounds.
Jacksonville State led at halftime, 36-35.
The rebound battle favored Jacksonville State as they grabbed 34 boards, while Eastern Kentucky only had 26
Jacksonville State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Central Arkansas. Eastern Kentucky will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Lipscomb.