Nelson scores 23, Arkansas State takes down Texas State 85-74

SAN MARCOS, Texas (AP) — Izaiyah Nelson's 23 points helped Arkansas State defeat Texas State 85-74 on Saturday night.

Nelson added 11 rebounds for the Red Wolves (18-5, 9-2 Sun Belt Conference). Terrance Ford Jr. added 20 points while shooting 6 for 12 (2 for 4 from 3-point range) and 6 of 7 from the free-throw line and had five assists. Kobe Julien shot 6 for 13 (3 for 5 from 3-point range) and 4 of 6 from the free-throw line to finish with 19 points. It was the seventh victory in a row for the Red Wolves.

Tylan Pope finished with 17 points for the Bobcats (12-11, 5-6). Dylan Dawson added 15 points and six assists for Texas State. Kaden Gumbs also had 12 points, four assists, three steals and two blocks.

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These two teams both play Wednesday. Arkansas State visits Marshall and Texas State visits Old Dominion.

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