Photos: Kennesaw State knocks off Rutgers in thriller

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Photos: Kennesaw State knocks off Rutgers in thriller

The Kennesaw State men's basketball team defeated No. 24 Rutgers at the Convocation Center, 79-77. This was their first time hosting a ranked opponent and first time hosting a nationally broadcasted game.

Kennesaw State guard Adrian Wooley (14) celebrates a win with teammates during the second half of an NCAA basketball game against Rutgers on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

A sign reads in the arena “Owls Win” at the end of an NCAA basketball game against Rutgers on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State guard Simeon Cottle (5) drives the baseline while guarded by Rutgers guard PJ Hayes IV (23) during the second half of an NCAA basketball game on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State forward Rongie Gordon (25) throws a long pass down court during the second half of an NCAA basketball game against Rutgers on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State guard Adrian Wooley (14) drives the lane during the second half of an NCAA basketball game against Rutgers on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State guard Simeon Cottle (5) looks for an open teammate during the second half of an NCAA basketball game against Rutgers on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State guard Adrian Wooley (14) looks for an open teammate during the second half of an NCAA basketball game against Rutgers on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State guard Adrian Wooley (14) drives the lane during the second half of an NCAA basketball game against Rutgers on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State guard Ricardo Wright (1) passes the ball along the baseline during the second half of an NCAA basketball game against Rutgers on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State guard Adrian Wooley (14) dribbles the ball down court during the second half of an NCAA basketball game against Rutgers on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State guard Ricardo Wright (1) shoots a three-pointer during the second half of an NCAA basketball game against Rutgers on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State guard Jamil Miller (10) drives the lane during the second half of an NCAA basketball game against Rutgers on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State guard Ricardo Wright (1) has his shot blocked by Rutgers guard Jeremiah Williams (25) during the second half of an NCAA basketball game on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State guard Simeon Cottle (5) plays defense against Rutgers guard Jeremiah Williams (25) during the second half of an NCAA basketball game on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State forward Frankquon Sherman (6) plays defense and guards Rutgers guard Jeremiah Williams (25) during the second half of an NCAA basketball game on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State forward Braedan Lue (13) goes up for a layup while guarded by Rutgers guard Ace Bailey (4) during the second half of an NCAA basketball game on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State guard Delaney Heard (11) dribbles the ball during the second half of an NCAA basketball game against Rutgers on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State guard Jamil Miller (10) slams the ball while guarded by Rutgers center Emmanuel Ogbole (21) during the second half of an NCAA basketball game on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State head coach calls a play during the first half of an NCAA basketball game against Rutgers on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State guard Adrian Wooley (14) shows huis excitement after KSU takes the lead during the first half of an NCAA basketball game against Rutgers on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State center Andre Weir (3) blocks a shot attempt by Rutgers guard Jamichael Davis (1) during the first half of an NCAA basketball game against Rutgers on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State forward Braedan Lue (13) slam dunks the ball during the first half of an NCAA basketball game against Rutgers on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State guard Jamil Miller (10) blocks a shot attempt by Rutgers guard Jordan Derkack (0) during the first half of an NCAA basketball game on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State guard Simeon Cottle (5) shoots a three-point shot during the first half of an NCAA basketball game against Rutgers on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

Kennesaw State guard Simeon Cottle (5) passes the ball during the first half of an NCAA basketball game against Rutgers on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

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Kennesaw State guard Adrian Wooley (14) celebrates a win with teammates during the second half of an NCAA basketball game against Rutgers on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Kennesaw, Ga. at the KSU Convocation Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution/Jason Allen)

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