The Winston-Salem State University men's basketball team closed out their season with a 67-66 overtime loss to Bluefield State University, finishing with a 19-9 record, 13-5 in the CIAA. Jaylen Alston led the Rams with an impressive double-double, scoring 34 points and grabbing 15 rebounds.

By the Numbers
  • The Rams went 21-of-60 from the field, 20-of-32 from the free-throw line, and 4-of-17 from three.
  • They scored 34 points in the paint, 16 second-chance points, grabbed 39 rebounds, and scored 20 points off turnovers and 11 bench points.
What's Next

The team will look to regroup and prepare for the next season following this narrow loss in the CIAA Quarterfinals.

Bottom Line

Despite the heartbreaking loss, Jaylen Alston's standout performance and the team's overall efforts have set a strong foundation for future success.