
HOUSTON (AP) — Michael Weathers had 18 points to lead five Texas Southern players in double figures as the Tigers edged past Alcorn State 80-78. Justin Hopkins added 17 points for the Tigers on Thursday night. Galen Alexander chipped in 14, Joirdon Karl Nicholas scored 13 and Jordan Gilliam had 11. Byron Joshua led the Braves with a season-high 30 points.