CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo.
In an exciting college basketball clash on Saturday night, Southeast Missouri State triumphed over Tennessee State with a thrilling 89-87 overtime win. Rob Martin was a standout player for the Redhawks, scoring an impressive 22 points while also contributing five assists and four steals to the team’s performance.

Alongside Martin, Brendan Terry had a strong outing, netting 20 points and grabbing six rebounds. Troy Cole Jr. played a vital role as well, finishing with 14 points after shooting four of seven from the field, including one of three from beyond the arc, and securing five out of six free throws.

On the opposing side, Aaron Nkrumah was the top scorer for the Tigers, accumulating 26 points, as well as adding five assists and two steals. Ron Jessamy contributed significantly with 17 points, six rebounds, and two blocks, while Brandon Weston added 12 points to the scoreboard.

The intensity of the game peaked when Nkrumah hit a jumper with just three seconds left in the fourth quarter, leveling the score at 77 and forcing an overtime period. As the extra time progressed, the Tigers held an 83-77 lead, but the Redhawks mounted a comeback, eventually sealing the game with a last-second jumper by Teddy Washington, who gave Southeast Missouri State the victory with just two seconds remaining in overtime.