OPENING TIP: Tennessee State opens the 2026 calendar year on the road at Little Rock after an 88-76 win over Tennessee Tech. Travis Harper II tied a TSU single-game record with nine 3-pointers against the Golden Eagles as the Tigers look to carry momentum into their first game of the new year.

The Matchup: 
Tennessee State (8-5, 2-1) vs. Little Rock (5-9, 2-1)
Date/Time: Saturday, January 3 at 3:30 PM
Location: Little Rock, Ark. | Jack Stephens Center
TV: ESPN+

SERIES INFORMATION VS LITTLE ROCK: TSU leads the all-time series is tied 5-4 following TSU's sweep in the 2024-25 series opener.

TENNESSEE TECH BY THE NUMBERS: 

6: The Tigers were efficient at the free-throw line, knocking down six of seven attempts for an impressive 85.7 percent.

8: Antoine Lorick III and Travis Harper II combined to draw eight fouls, consistently putting pressure on Tennessee Tech's defense and helping control the tempo.

9: Travis Harper II tied TSU's single-game record with nine made three-pointers, matching the program mark previously set by Dedric Boyd and Darryl Brooks.

9: Dante Harris handed out nine assists, directing the offense while also scoring in double figures.

14: TSU connected on 14 three-pointers, shooting better than 53 percent from beyond the arc to stretch the Golden Eagles' defense.

15: TSU forced 15 Tennessee Tech turnovers while recording 11 steals, helping swing momentum and create scoring opportunities throughout the night.

15: Jalen Pitre grabbed a game-high 15 rebounds, including nine on the offensive glass, providing TSU with multiple second-chance scoring opportunities.

15: Antoine Lorick III scored 15 points on efficient shooting and added multiple rebounds while anchoring the interior.

21: Tennessee State built its largest lead of the game at 21 points during the second half, showcasing control on both ends of the floor.

23: The Tigers capitalized on extra chances, scoring 23 second-chance points behind a strong rebounding effort.

29: Travis Harper II poured in a game-high 29 points on 9-of-15 shooting, including 6-of-7 from three-point range.

32: TSU scored 32 points in the paint, combining interior scoring with perimeter shooting to keep the offense balanced.

35: Tennessee State outrebounded Tennessee Tech 35–30, including 14 offensive boards that fueled sustained offensive pressure.

44: The Tigers scored 44 points in each half, maintaining consistent offensive production for the full 40 minutes.

53.8: TSU shot 53.8 percent from three-point range, one of its most efficient perimeter performances of the season.