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Cesare Edwards scores 29 in Georgia State victory

Cesare Edwards helped Georgia State earn its 11th win. (Photo by Daniel Wilson)

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Cesare Edwards helped Georgia State earn its 11th win. (Photo by Daniel Wilson)
By The Associated Press
Feb 14, 2025

Cesare Edwards’ 29 points helped host Georgia State defeat Old Dominion 97-75 on Thursday night.

Edwards had 11 rebounds and four blocks for the Panthers (11-15, 6-7 Sun Belt Conference). Toneari Lane shot 7 for 9 from beyond the arc to add 21 points. Zarigue Nutter had 18 points and shot 8 of 13 from the field and 2 of 6 from the free-throw line.

The Monarchs (11-15, 7-6) were led in scoring by Sean Durugordon, who finished with 21 points and seven rebounds. Old Dominion also got 16 points and seven rebounds from Caelum Swanton-Rodger. Jaden Johnson had 12 points.

Georgia State hosts Appalachian State on Saturday.

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