HOUSTON (Interstat) — Texas Southern cruised to a 96-64 victory over Alabama State in a Southwest Athletic Conference men’s basketball game Tuesday afternoon at Health & P.E. Arena.

The Tigers used a potent transition attack, outscoring the Hornets 27-7 on fast breaks, to pull away. Texas Southern led 43-29 at halftime and extended its advantage throughout the second half before an announced crowd of 806.

Troy Hupstead led Texas Southern with 10 points and 16 rebounds. Tyler Byrd scored a game-high 29 points for Alabama State. Both teams are now 6-13 overall this season.