Alabama A&M Routs Tennessee State Behind Second-Half Surge

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (Interstat) — Alabama A&M used a dominant second half to roll past Tennessee State 80-53 in nonconference men’s basketball Wednesday night at T.M. Elmore Gymnasium.

Leading 32-27 at halftime, the Bulldogs outscored the Tigers 48-26 after intermission. Sami Pissis led Alabama A&M with 21 points and seven assists, while Kintavious Dozier added 18 points. The Bulldogs shot 51% from the field and were efficient from the free-throw line.

Tennessee State struggled offensively, shooting just 29.2% overall and 4 for 23 from 3-point range. Jalen Pitre led the Tigers with 11 points.

Alabama A&M improved to 4-3, while Tennessee State fell to 5-4. The total score fell under the pregame over/under line of 142.5.