Pensacola State held Mississippi Gulf Coast to 31% shooting in the first half and did not allow any three-pointers. The Pirates led 30–18 at halftime and maintained defensive pressure for the rest of the game.
Deven Bates scored 16 points and had eight assists. Sean Owens contributed 13 points and seven rebounds. Malick Sene recorded a double-double with 12 points and 13 rebounds, along with two blocks and three steals. He made all of his field goal attempts. Pensacola State’s defense and teamwork played a key role in the win…