In a thrilling matchup on Monday night, Morgan State managed to secure a 92-78 victory over North Carolina Central, with a standout performance from Kameron Hobbs. He dominated the game with an impressive total of 24 points, complemented by seven rebounds and eight assists, aiding his team in improving to 11-14 overall and 5-4 in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference.
Will Thomas contributed significantly as well, scoring 23 points by hitting 8 of 14 shots, while showcasing his precision from beyond the arc with three successful 3-pointers out of four attempts. He also went perfect at the free-throw line, hitting all four of his attempts. Daniel Akitoby was another key player for the Bears, recording a double-double with 14 points, 11 rebounds, and adding three blocks to his stat line.
On the other side of the court, North Carolina Central’s Perry Smith Jr. had a solid performance, leading his team with a double-double of his own, racking up 19 points and 12 rebounds. Teammate Floyd Rideau contributed 15 points, while Po’Boigh King added 13 points to the Eagles’ efforts. The loss puts North Carolina Central at 11-15 with a 4-5 record in the conference as they continue to compete in the challenging Mid-Eastern Athletic race.
