Napper's 19 points lead Longwood past Delaware State 62-61

Published Dec. 9, 2023 5:15 p.m. ET

Associated Press

DOVER, Del. (AP) — Walyn Napper's 19 points helped Longwood defeat Delaware State 62-61 on Saturday.

Napper shot 7 for 8 (4 for 5 from 3-point range) and 1 of 3 from the free throw line for the Lancers (9-1). Jesper Granlund shot 3 for 5, including 3 for 4 from beyond the arc to add 10 points. Johnathan Massie was 4 of 13 shooting (0 for 4 from 3-point range) to finish with nine points, while adding seven rebounds. The Lancers picked up their ninth straight victory.

Martez Robinson led the way for the Hornets (6-7) with 22 points, seven assists and two steals. Delaware State also got 11 points and four steals from Deywilk Tavarez. Khyrie Staten also recorded seven points and three steals.

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Longwood next plays Monday against Gallaudet at home, and Delaware State will visit Wake Forest on Monday.

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