OPENING TIP: Tennessee State concludes its nonconference slate at the Jack Jones Classic in Henderson, Nevada against UNLV. TSU is coming off a loss to Alabama A&M on Dec. 3 and UNLV defeated Stanford last Sunday. This is the second neutral site event for TSU this season. The Tigers won the Coke Zero Sugar Classic at Chattanooga in November. 

The Matchup: 
Tennessee State (5-4) vs. UNLV (4-5)
Date/Time: Saturday, December 13 at 8:30 PM CT / 6:30 PM PT 
Location: Henderson, Nev. | Lee's Family Forum
TV: Baller TV

SERIES INFORMATION VS UNLV: SERIES INFORMATION VS UNLV: Saturday's contest against the Runnin Rebels will mark the second all-time meeting. In the first meeting, the Runnin Rebels defeated TSU 101-83 at the Thomas & Mac Center on December 28, 2021.

ALABAMA A&M BY THE NUMBERS:

4: Jalen Pitre secured a team-high four offensive rebounds, helping TSU generate valuable second-chance opportunities.

6: Travis Harper II knocked down six points and added three offensive boards as part of TSU's hustle effort.

7: The Tigers tallied seven steals, highlighted by Aaron Nkrumah's four takeaways to spark transition chances.

8: TSU posted eight fast-break points, using pressure defense to create downhill scoring opportunities.

11: Jalen Pitre led the Tigers with 11 total points, marking his third straight game in double figures.

18: TSU produced 18 second-chance points, winning the category behind an assertive performance on the offensive glass.

22: The Tigers added 22 points in the paint, leaning on transition finishes and interior touches to create efficient looks.

42: TSU hauled in 42 rebounds—out-rebounding Alabama A&M—to maintain control on the glass throughout the night.