Jacksonville State Gamecocks Secure Victory at Dreamstyle Arena Against North Dakota State Bison
In a competitive matchup at Dreamstyle Arena, the Jacksonville State Gamecocks outplayed the North Dakota State Bison with a final score of 81-71. The Gamecocks' season record now stands at an impressive 1-0, while the Bison fall to 0-1.
The Jacksonville State Gamecocks showcased a robust offensive performance, netting 27 field goals on a shooting percentage of 47 from the field. Their prowess from beyond the arc was notable as they sank 12 three-pointers with an impressive accuracy rate of 48 percent. Free throw shooting was also a strong suit for the team, as they capitalized on these opportunities by making 15 out of their total attempts with an accuracy rate of around 83 percent.
Defensively, the Gamecocks were just as formidable. They amassed a total of five blocks and nine steals over the course of play. The team's rebounding efforts were dominant; they pulled down an impressive total of 38 rebounds—27 defensive and ten offensive—contributing significantly to their control over the game's tempo.
The second half saw Jacksonville State pulling away decisively by adding another substantial number points to their first-half tally. Their fast-break execution was sharp, resulting in them scoring around double-digit points in this category alone.
On individual performances, every player contributed valiantly to this well-rounded victory. The assist-to-turnover ratio stood at approximately one point three-three for both teams—a testament to disciplined ball-handling and effective passing that led to scoring opportunities.
While Jacksonville State excelled in many areas, it is worth noting that North Dakota State Bison also put up a valiant effort despite falling short on this occasion. They matched Jacksonville's assists count but struggled slightly more with their field goal percentage which stood at approximately forty-one percent overall and forty-one percent from three-point range as well.
Looking ahead for fans eager to follow their team's progress: The next game for Jacksonville will be against East Tennessee State Buccaneers at Freedom Hall Civic Center located in Johnson City on December third scheduled for four PM Eastern Time (ET). This game will be available for viewing via ESPN+ internet broadcast networks.