FAIRBORN, Ohio (Interstat) — Dayan Nessah scored 31 points to propel Cleveland State to an 85-79 upset victory over Wright State in Horizon League men’s basketball on Wednesday night at the Ervin J. Nutter Center.

The Vikings built a 40-33 halftime lead and held off a second-half push from the Raiders. Nessah, a junior from Geneva, Switzerland, was efficient from the field and perfect on 11 free throw attempts. Tre Beard added 18 points for Cleveland State.

Wright State, which entered as a heavy favorite, was led by Michael Cooper’s 14 points. The Raiders dominated inside with 50 paint points but shot just 5 of 24 from 3-point range. Cleveland State improved to 7-14, while Wright State fell to 12-8.