OPENING TIP: The Tennessee State men's basketball team closes its home schedule this week with two pivotal Ohio Valley Conference games that carry significant tournament implications. The Tigers host Lindenwood on Thursday after the Lions defeated UT Martin before dropping a close contest to Southeast Missouri on Saturday. TSU split its road trip, earning a late victory at Southern Indiana before falling at Morehead State.

The Matchup: 
Tennessee State (17-9, 11-5) vs. Lindenwood (16-11, 10-6)
Date/Time: Thursday, February 19 at 7:30 PM
Location: NASHVILLE | Gentry Center
TV: ESPN+

SERIES INFORMATION VS. LINDENWOOD: Tennessee State leads the all-time series 7-1. Travis Harper II scored 30 points in the previous meeting, Aaron Nkrumah added 22 points and six rebounds, and Dante Harris also surpassed 20 points in the victory.

MOREHEAD STATE BY THE NUMBERS:

5: Tennessee State recorded five blocks, limiting interior scoring chances.

6: The Tigers collected six steals, leading directly to transition possessions.

9: TSU knocked down nine three-pointers, creating perimeter spacing.

11: Tennessee State forced 11 turnovers through on-ball pressure.

14: The Tigers' bench contributed 14 points in reserve minutes.

16: Dante Harris scored 16 points while handling primary point-guard duties and initiating offense.

18: TSU earned 18 free-throw attempts by attacking off the dribble and in the post.

19: Travis Harper II added 19 points, producing scoring from the wing and late-clock situations.

22: Tennessee State converted 22 points off turnovers.

24: Aaron Nkrumah recorded 24 points with scoring coming in both the paint and mid-range areas.

26: TSU assisted on 26 made baskets, reflecting half-court execution and ball movement.

42: The Tigers totaled 42 points in the paint.