Coppin State Stuns Arizona State in Overtime Thriller, 74-68

In a game for the ages, Coppin State University’s women’s basketball team shocked Arizona State University (ASU) in a thrilling 74-68 overtime victory on Friday night. The win marked the Eagles’ first-ever home triumph over a power-conference opponent, sending the packed CSU arena into a frenzy.

The Eagles were carried by dynamic duo Angel Jones and Laila Lawrence, who combined for 43 points in a heroic effort. Jones led all scorers with 23 points, shooting 8-of-20 from the field and a clutch 7-of-11 from the charity stripe, while also contributing five rebounds and three assists. Lawrence added 20 points on 8-of-16 shooting, nearly recording a double-double with nine boards, five assists, and defensive brilliance with four steals and a block.

Coppin State’s balanced attack featured four players in double figures for the first time this season. Senior guards Tyler Gray and Tiffany Hammond each chipped in 12 points. Hammond drained four three-pointers in a sharpshooting display, while Gray was ice-cold under pressure, hitting all six of her free throws. The pair also contributed defensively, combining for five steals.

The Eagles outshot the Sun Devils 41.3% to 38.8% from the field and turned defense into offense, scoring 20 points off ASU’s 20 turnovers. Coppin State also held the edge at the free-throw line, connecting on 15-of-21 attempts compared to ASU’s 9-of-12.

For Arizona State (4-4), junior guard Jalyn Brown was the standout, posting 17 points, six rebounds, and three assists. Tyi Skinner added 14 points, while Nevaeh Parkinson fought hard in the paint, finishing with nine points and 10 rebounds. Parkinson, fresh off a career-high 26 points in ASU’s previous game, added another milestone by hitting just the second three-pointer of her career.

Overtime proved decisive, as Coppin State dominated the extra frame. The Eagles shot a blistering 60% (6-of-10) in overtime while holding the Sun Devils to a frigid 18.2% (2-of-11). ASU’s shooting woes in the clutch nullified their strong middle quarters, where they hit 52% from the field.

This monumental victory adds a new chapter to Coppin State’s history, showcasing a team that capitalized on grit, execution, and resilience to topple a powerhouse program.