Georgia State women's basketball team's strong defensive effort wasn't enough as they fell 67-51 to Old Dominion, despite holding them to 35.9% shooting. Crystal Henderson led the Panthers with 13 points, while Mikyla Tolivert contributed 12 points and three steals.

The Big Picture

The Georgia State women's basketball team faced a setback with a loss to Old Dominion, highlighting the team's defensive strengths despite the defeat.

By the Numbers
  • The Panthers held Old Dominion to just 35.9% shooting from the field.
  • Georgia State forced 16 turnovers during the game.
  • The team recorded a total of six blocks on the defensive end.
State of Play
  • Georgia State struggled initially, falling behind 21-10 after the first quarter.
  • The Panthers made efforts to narrow the lead, but Old Dominion maintained control throughout the game.
  • Despite a strong start to the second half, Georgia State couldn't overcome the deficit against Old Dominion.
  • The team's bench players contributed significantly to the scoring, adding three points during the game.
What's Next

Georgia State will travel to face Marshall on February 27 at 6:00 p.m., seeking to bounce back from the defeat against Old Dominion.

Bottom Line

The Georgia State women's basketball team's defensive prowess wasn't enough to secure a victory against Old Dominion, emphasizing the need for stronger offensive performance and consistency in future games.