Box Score

Dalton State (GA) DALTON 7-5

Cumberland (TN) CU 8-3

Dalton State (GA) DALTON

7-5

Final

Dec. 02, 2025

Cumberland (TN) CU

8-3

Score By Periods
Team	1	2	F
Dalton State (GA) DALTON	39	29	68
Cumberland (TN) CU	38	38	76

Game Recap: Men's Basketball | 12/3/2025 12:20:00 AM | Erik Simpson, Sports Information Director

#20 Roadrunners Fight Through 12 Lead Changes in Thrilling Matchup

Next Game:

at Point (Ga.)

12/17/2025 | 2:00 p.m.

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Dec. 17 (Wed) / 2:00 p.m.

at Point (Ga.)

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LEBANON, Tenn. – Dalton State battled wire-to-wire in a tough road matchup against Cumberland (Tenn.) but couldn't overcome late turnovers and clutch free throws, dropping a 76–68 decision at Dallas Floyd Arena. The Roadrunners led briefly in the second half but saw the Phoenix close strong to secure the win.

RECAP
FIRST HALF
The opening 20 minutes featured a back-and-forth contest with 11 ties and multiple lead changes. Dalton State shot an efficient 45.5% from the field and knocked down five three-pointers, including key triples from Ja'Ron Briggs and Qualen Pettus, to keep pace. Miles Ceballos added eight first-half points and a tip-in that sparked momentum. Despite Cumberland's advantage inside, Dalton State held its own on the glass and went into the break with a slim 39–38 lead.

SECOND HALF
The second half began with fireworks as Jamori McDougald drilled a three to push Dalton State ahead 42–40. The Roadrunners extended their lead to four at the 11:14 mark, but Cumberland responded with a decisive run fueled by Michael Nwoye and Triston Conger. Dalton State struggled from deep (1-for-8) and committed costly turnovers down the stretch, allowing Cumberland to capitalize at the free-throw line. The Phoenix closed the game on a 10–4 run, sealing the victory.

STATISTICAL LEADERS

Dalton State (7–4): 68
- Qualen Pettus: 14 pts, 5 reb, 3 ast
- Miles Ceballos: 14 pts, 6 reb, 3 ast
- Devin Geiger: 14 pts, 11 reb
- Team FG: 42.4% (28-66), 3PT: 28.6% (6-21), FT: 60% (6-10)
- Rebounds: 42 | Assists: 14 | Turnovers: 17

Cumberland (7–3): 76
- Triston Conger: 16 pts, 7 reb, 6 stl
- Michael Nwoye: 16 pts, 11 reb
- Nick Brunetti: 16 pts
- Team FG: 45.2% (28-62), FT: 72% (18-25)
- Points off turnovers: 20 | Largest lead: 10

UP NEXT
#20-ranked Dalton State will get a lengthy rest for finals before they hit the court again on Wednesday, December 17 when they travel to West Point looking to avenge an early loss to Point (Ga.). Tip-Off is scheduled for 2:00 p.m.

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