ABERDEEN, SD --Isaiah Alexander and Carson Yale each recorded double-doubles to help lead the Minot State men's basketball team over the Northern State Wolves 91-79 on the road Saturday.

The Beavers (5-4, 2-1) had four players score in double figures, led by Deuce Benjamin, who had 24 points and four assists. Alexander added a double-double with 19 points and 10 rebounds and Yale chipped in as well with a double-double with 16 points and 10 rebounds.

Minot State grabbed 36 rebounds in Saturday's game compared to Northern State's 34, led by Yale's 10 boards.

How It Happened

After jumping out to a 32-26 advantage, Minot State went on a 9-0 run with 2:28 left in the first half, culminating in a bucket from Kiku Parker Jr, to increase its lead to 41-26. The Beavers then maintained that lead and entered halftime with a 43-28 advantage. Minot State did most of its first half damage in the paint, scoring 28 of its 43 points close to the basket.

The Beavers then held on for the victory in the second half. Minot State got out on the break in the period, scoring 11 fast break points.

Coaches Comments

Head Coach Randall Herbst, after the Beaver win, said "Great team road win! Came out and set the tone early again. We were super active on defense and did a great job of playing with composure on the offensive side. Knocked down our free throws too. Isaiah & Carson both had a double/double - happy for them. Just really happy for the guys - we are working hard to get better, pretty good 40 minutes tonight!". 

Game Notes

» Minot State got double-doubles from both Isaiah Alexander and Carson Yale.
» The Beavers shot well from three point range, knocking down four of 10 long range attempts.
» Minot State never trailed in the second half on its way to victory.
» Minot St. shot 67 percent from the floor to economically reach their 91 point total.
» Minot State had a 36-34 edge on the boards in the win.
» Deuce Benjamin led the Beavers with 24 points.
» Carson Yale and Isaiah Alexander led Minot State with a game-high 10 rebounds apiece.

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