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Georgia State can't stop Marshall's Anochili-Killen, loses 77-68

Posted Thursday, January 25, 2024 9:23 am

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (AP) — Obinna Anochili-Killen had 22 points in Marshall's 77-68 victory against Georgia State on Wednesday night.

Anochili-Killen had six rebounds for the Thundering Herd (10-11, 5-3 Sun Belt Conference). Nate Martin added 15 points while shooting 6 of 10 from the field and 3 for 6 from the line, and he also had 13 rebounds. Kamdyn Curfman shot 3 for 11 (3 for 10 from 3-point range) and 4 of 4 from the free-throw line to finish with 13 points.

The Panthers (9-10, 4-4) were led in scoring by Dwon Odom, who finished with 21 points and five assists. Toneari Lane added 15 points for Georgia State. In addition, Brenden Tucker finished with 11 points and two steals.

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