In a compelling matchup on Saturday evening, San Jose State triumphed over Kennesaw State with a decisive score of 89-65.

Josh Uduje was a standout performer for the Spartans, recording 22 points, shooting an impressive 9 of 12 from the field, and converting 4 of 5 attempts at the free-throw line. His contribution significantly bolstered San Jose State’s performance, improving their season record to 7-6. Alongside Uduje, Latrell Davis contributed 20 points, going 7 of 10 from the floor, which included making 3 of 6 attempts from beyond the arc, and also netted 3 of 5 from the charity stripe.

Sadaidriene Hall also made notable contributions, finishing with 17 points on 6 of 10 shooting, which was highlighted by a perfect 3 of 3 from three-point range. Additionally, he dominated the boards with 14 rebounds, showcasing his all-around game.

Kennesaw State, now 7-5, saw Simeon Cottle lead their scoring effort with 22 points. Other contributors included Ricardo Wright, who added eight points, and Adrian Wooley, who chipped in with seven.

The game took a decisive turn when San Jose State took control with 17:58 remaining in the first half, leading 45-33 at halftime, propelled by Hall’s 13 first-half points. In the second half, San Jose State surged ahead with a 15-3 run, extending their lead from 14 points to an impressive 26 points. Davis was instrumental during this stretch, scoring a team-high 13 points after the break, as the Spartans maintained a significant lead throughout the half, ultimately outscoring Kennesaw State by 12 points.