North Carolina Central rallied from a five-point deficit in the closing minutes to beat Fayetteville State 60-56. Victoria Morris led the Eagles with 20 points and 11 rebounds as NCCU closed on a 10-1 run for its first win over the Broncos as a full Division I member.

By the Numbers
  • Morris: 20 points, 11 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals.
  • NCCU out-rebounded Fayetteville State 47-26 and shot 40% from the field to the Broncos’ 36.7%.
  • The Eagles made 17 of 25 free throws.
  • NCCU improved to 2-2; the game was an exhibition for Fayetteville State.
Yes, But

Fayetteville State led much of the second half, turning 19 NCCU turnovers into 22 points, and went ahead 55-50 with about three minutes left. The Eagles’ late defense and rebounding helped overcome those mistakes.

What's Next

NCCU visits North Carolina in Chapel Hill on Wednesday at 7 p.m.

Bottom Line

Morris powered a clutch comeback, while NCCU’s rebounding edge and late execution delivered a hard-fought win.