KENNESAW, Ga. (Interstat) — Kennesaw State withstood a furious second-half rally from Delaware to earn a 90-82 men’s basketball victory Saturday at KSU Convocation Center.

The Owls built a 50-25 halftime lead behind efficient shooting, but the Blue Hens responded with 57 second-half points. Delaware guard Christian Bliss scored 25 points and dished seven assists to lead the charge, cutting the deficit to single digits late. Kennesaw State’s Jaden Harris countered with 22 points, including five 3-pointers, to secure the win. The Owls improved to 18-11, while Delaware fell to 9-20. A crowd of 1,633 attended the Conference USA game.