Oxford, OH.- Despite a double digit scoring night for Justin Winston, and a season high for Camaren Sparrow, Coppin State men's basketball took a fall to Miami Ohio on Friday night with a score of 76-48. The Eagles are now 0-5 for the season.
Inside the Numbers
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Winston lead the team with 12 points, while one rebound shy of a double-double with a game high nine boards.
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Greg Spurlock was the second leading scorer with nine points consisting of four field-goals, and two steals.
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Sparrow put up a season high seven points, shooting three of five from the field.
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Preist Ryan finished with six points and pulled down six rebounds.
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Aa'Reyon Jones led all players with three steals, and chipped in four points, along with Ryan Archey and Toto Fagbenle.
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The Eagles outnumbered Miami Ohio in offensive rebounds (11-7) and steals (9-8).
How it Happened
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The Eagles started the game off on an early 4-0 run.
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Spurlock scored six straight points for Coppin within the first five minutes to take an 8-5 lead.
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After a tie at 13, the Redhawks found spark and went on an 8-2 run before Winston responded with a bucket in the paint.
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The Redhawks went on a 9-0 run to bring a double digit lead.
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Coppin trailed 40-20 going into the second half.
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Sparrow opened the second half putting up six points for the Eagles.
Up Next: Coppin remains on the road and will have a quick turnaround for a 3:30pm game today on Saturday, November 18th against Eastern Illinois for their last game of this road stretch. Fans can stream the game on ESPN+.
