McNeese State Cowboys’ Near-Upset Over No. 2 Alabama Exposed in 72-64 Loss

McNeese State Cowboys’ Near-Upset Over No. 2 Alabama Exposed in 72-64 Loss

November 12, 2024 Catherine Williams - Chief Editor Sports

No. 2 Alabama defeated McNeese State 72-64 on Monday night. Grant Nelson led all scorers with 22 points and had seven rebounds. Sincere Parker of McNeese State scored 19 points, with 17 of those in the second half. The game saw several crucial moments where McNeese State narrowed the gap. After trailing by 21 points in the second half, Parker helped McNeese go on a 9-0 run to reduce the margin to 12 points. However, Alabama maintained its lead throughout the end of the game, securing a 72-64 victory[2][3].

Key Players:

  • Grant Nelson: 22 points, 7 rebounds
  • Sincere Parker: 19 points
  • Alyn Breed: 17 points
  • Christian Shumate: 10 points
  • Joe Charles: Game-high 9 rebounds

Game Highlights:

  • McNeese State cut the deficit to six points with 6:00 left on the clock.
  • Alabama responded with a three from Latrell Wrightsell Jr. to regain a nine-point lead.
  • Parker’s long three-point attempt to close the gap fell short, but Grant Nelson’s free throws secured the victory for Alabama with 2:18 remaining[3].