Golden Tigers' season ends as Benedict College defeats them 96-75 in the SIAC quarterfinals, with Tuskegee finishing 13-15 overall and Benedict improving to 23-6. Tuskegee couldn't recover after falling behind in the first half despite efforts to close the gap.

The Big Picture

This loss marks the end of Tuskegee's basketball season, highlighting the challenges faced by the team in the quarterfinals of the SIAC Championship.

By the Numbers
  • Tuskegee finished the season 13-15 overall.
  • Benedict improved their record to 23-6 with this victory.
  • Martez Jones led Tuskegee with 22 points and nine rebounds.
  • The Golden Tigers shot 49% from the field and 82.6% from the free-throw line.
  • Tim Moore led Savannah State with 19 points.
State of Play
  • Tuskegee's season concluded with a loss to Benedict in the quarterfinals of the SIAC Championship.
  • Tuskegee finished with a 13-15 overall record.
  • Benedict improved to 23-6 with the victory.
  • Tuskegee faced challenges in closing the gap during the game.
  • Individual performances from players like Martez Jones and Kevin Sesberry stood out despite the team's defeat.
What's Next

The defeat ends Tuskegee's basketball season, prompting reflection on areas for improvement and strategy for future seasons.

Bottom Line

Tuskegee's journey in the SIAC Championship ends with a defeat to Benedict, emphasizing the need for strategic adjustments and player performance enhancements moving forward.