Georgia St defeats Columbia (SC) 110-72
Georgia St Dominates Columbia (SC) in Statement Win
The Georgia State Panthers hosted their first home non-conference matchup of the season, and they made a statement against visiting Columbia (SC). The 110-72 blowout win was a dominating performance from start to finish, as Georgia State's offense clicked on all cylinders while its defense stifled the Lions' attack.
At halftime, the Panthers led by an insurmountable 18-point margin, 56-38. While that lead could have been even larger, Georgia State still managed to extend the gap in the second half, ultimately winning by a final margin of 38 points.
Micah Tucker was the player who led Georgia State's attack, scoring 24 points on 3-7 three-point shooting and an impressive 56.2% field goal percentage. Trey Scott III chipped in with eight rebounds, two points, and three assists, while Malachi Brown added five assists, 17 points, and three rebounds.
The game was a contrast to the teams' previous performances. Georgia State's balanced offense featured contributions from multiple players, as all seven starters scored at least six points. The team also shot an impressive 62.0% effective field goal percentage and 65.3% true shooting percentage.
In contrast, Columbia (SC) struggled to find its rhythm. Austin Harrell led the Lions in scoring with 17 points on 5-6 three-point shooting and a 75.0% field goal percentage. However, his team was unable to overcome the significant deficit built up early.
The game's advanced statistics told the story of Georgia State's dominance. The Panthers outscored Columbia (SC) by 21 in the paint, out-assisted them by five, and had an impressive turnover ratio of -24.0. Their true shooting percentage of 65.3% also stood as a testament to their overall efficiency.
For Georgia State, this win marked another significant statement in their non-conference schedule. With several high-profile matchups coming up, the Panthers' performance will be closely watched by college basketball fans and media alike.