A&T Overcomes Injury, Wins Rivalry Game

North Carolina A&T Mens Basketball Secures Tough Victory Over UNC Greensboro North Carolina A&T mens basketball team triumphed in a challenging match against crosstown rival UNC Greensboro, securing a 71-65 win on Tuesday night. Despite losing their leading scorer, Lewis Walker, to a leg injury, the Aggies managed to hold off a strong second-half rally from the Spartans at First Horizon Coliseum. The Aggies showcased their defensive prowess and rebounding skills in the first half, building a commanding 38-20 lead. UNCG struggled to make shots, but they heated up in the second half, tying the game and even taking a brief lead. However, the Aggies remained composed and pulled ahead for good in the final minutes. Junior Trent Middleton Junior led the team with a career-high twenty-one points, four rebounds, and three assists. Sophomore Dwayne Pierce contributed thirteen points, including crucial jumpers and free throws down the stretch. Coach Monté Ross commended his players resilience, highlighting their ability to overcome adversity as a positive sign heading into conference play. This victory improves A&Ts record to six wins and four losses, and marks Rosss first win over the Spartans in three attempts. The Aggies will face Mid-Atlantic Christian University on Saturday at four thirty and UNC Wilmington on CBS Sports Network on Monday, December twenty-ninth at seven, marking the start of Coastal Athletic Association action. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/5c3ba3744f587f2f