Aberdeen, S.D. – The Northern State University men's basketball team cruised to an 86-64 victory over Augustana on Friday evening, led by Jacksen Moni with a career high 30 points. The Wolves led 48-29 at the half and out-rebounded the Vikings 38-29 in the win.
 
THE QUICK DETAILS
Final Score: NSU 86, AU 64
Records: NSU 11-3 (7-1 NSIC), AU 7-8 (3-6 NSIC)
Attendance: 2512
 
HOW IT HAPPENED

• Northern shot 48.2% from the floor, 35.5% from the 3-point line, and 87.5% from the foul line in the win
• Defensively, they held Augustana to under 40.0% from the floor and forced eight turnovers which resulted in ten points
• In total, NSU recorded 26 points in the paint, 21 points off the bench, and six second chance points
• They drained 11 from beyond the arc and tallied a game leading 16 assists and five blocks
• Three Wolves scored in double figures in the win, while Michael Nhial led the team off the bench with nine points and seven rebounds
• The series between the Wolves and Vikings is now knotted up at 35-all

 
NORTHERN STATE STATISTICAL STANDOUTS

• Jacksen Moni: 30 points (career high), 60.0 field goal%, 4 rebounds, 1 assist
• Sam Masten: 13 points, 50.0 field goal%, 7 rebounds, 4 assists
• Josh Dilling: 10 points, 62.5 field goal%, 5 rebounds, 1 block, 1 steal
• Michael Nhial: 9 points, 7 rebounds

 
UP NEXT
The Wolves host Wayne State tomorrow evening from Wachs Arena. Tip-off time is set for 6 p.m. between the Wolves and Wildcats. Visit nsuwolves.com/gameday for full game day promotions and information.