FAIRBORN, Ohio — In an intense basketball standoff, Brandon Noel and Alex Huibregtse propelled Wright State to a secure 82-76 victory against Cleveland State on Thursday. Both players were instrumental for the Raiders, each scoring 20 points in the match.
Noel showcased significant presence beyond his scoring contribution, pulling down nine rebounds to strengthen Wright State’s defense. Huibregtse was particularly effective from long range, making 6 out of 9 three-point attempts. In addition, Solomon Callaghan was a key figure with a noteworthy performance tallying 14 points, further supporting the Raiders (14-16, 8-11 Horizon League).
On the opposing side, the Vikings (19-11, 13-6) put up a solid fight, led by Dylan Arnett, who delivered an impressive performance with 20 points, eight rebounds, and two blocks. Tevin Smith added to Cleveland State’s offensive efforts with 15 points, while Je’Shawn Stevenson contributed 12 points along with three steals.
Looking ahead, both teams prepare for their next challenges on Saturday. Wright State will travel to play against IU Indianapolis, while Cleveland State is set to welcome Purdue Fort Wayne to their home court.
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