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Kent State Defeats South Dakota State 82-73 - Recap
Kent State got 19 points from Giovanni Santiago en route to a 82-73 victory over South Dakota State on Tuesday at Frost Arena.
Kent State was a +1.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Kent State got 17 points from Jalen Sullinger and another 14 points from Chris Payton Jr.. Giovanni Santiago contributed 4 assists, while Chris Payton Jr. cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
South Dakota State got a 17-point performance from Charlie Easley, who was supported by 16 points from William Kyle III. Charlie Easley had 5 assists in a losing cause for South Dakota State, while Kalen Garry grabbed 7 rebounds.
Kent State led at halftime, 41-28.
The rebound battle favored Kent State as they grabbed 37 boards, while South Dakota State only had 30
Next game, Kent State takes its act home to face Cleveland State looking for another win. For South Dakota State, they head on the road to face Wichita State.