Georgia State, led by freshman Crystal Henderson's 18 points and seven rebounds, fell 73-68 to Appalachian State in the Sun Belt Conference Championship after taking a late lead but succumbing to a scoring surge at the free-throw line.

The Big Picture

Georgia State's season ended at 15-15 as Appalachian State advanced with a career-high 36 points from Faith Alston, securing the win with crucial free throws in the final seconds.

By the Numbers
  • The Panthers hit 6 of 14 three-point attempts.
  • Georgia State held Appalachian State to 36.7% shooting from the field.
  • The Georgia State bench added 21 points to the effort.
  • Georgia State forced 16 turnovers on defense.
  • Kamryn Dziak's two 3-pointers elevated her career total to 121, placing her sixth in GSU history.
State of Play
  • Georgia State finished the season at 15-15.
  • Appalachian State advanced to the quarterfinal round of the tournament.
  • Crystal Henderson led the Panthers with 18 points and seven rebounds.
  • Kamryn Dziak's 3-pointers moved her to sixth place in GSU history for career total.
What's Next

Georgia State concludes its season, while Appalachian State moves forward to the tournament's quarterfinal round.

Bottom Line

Despite a valiant effort by Georgia State, a late surge by Appalachian State at the free-throw line sealed a 73-68 victory, ending Georgia State's season at 15-15 in the Sun Belt Conference Championship.