Gamecocks Outlast Blue Hens in Overtime Thriller

JACKSONVILLE, Ala. (Interstat) — Jacksonville State pulled away in overtime to defeat Delaware 80-70 in a Conference USA men’s basketball game Thursday night at Pete Mathews Coliseum.

The teams were tied at 61 after regulation, but the Gamecocks dominated the extra period, outscoring the Blue Hens 19-9. Justyn Fernandez led all scorers with 30 points for Delaware. Jacksonville State had three players score at least 17 points, led by Jamar Franklin with 24.

Both teams shot identically from the field in regulation, but Jacksonville State was more efficient overall, posting an offensive rating of 122.0. The Gamecocks also were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, making 17 of 18 attempts.

The win moves Jacksonville State to 14-14 overall. Delaware falls to 9-19.