Valdosta State 94, at Columbus State 98

COLUMBUS, Ga. (Interstat) — In a high-octane, season-opening men’s NCAA Division II basketball game defined by relentless pressure and offensive rebounds, the Columbus State Cougars outlasted the Valdosta State Blazers 98-94 on Monday afternoon at the Lumpkin Center. The game was a tale of two halves and two contrasting styles of play. Columbus State built a comfortable 44-33 lead by halftime, capitalizing on efficient shooting and forcing Valdosta State into a dismal first-half shooting performance from beyond the arc. The Cougars shot 50 percent from the floor in the opening period, while the Blazers connected on just 7 of 41… Read more...