ORANGBURG, SC—Then South Carolina State men's basketball team will battle Brevard College Thursday (Dec.7^th) at Smith-Hammond-Middleton Memorial Center. Tip-off is 6 p.m.
 
The Bulldogs look to get back on track after a 77-88 loss to Presbyterian College in Clinton, SC. Justin Jones and Damani Applewhite each toss in 18 points each. Meanwhile, Brevard is seeking their first win of the season after dropping a 103-78 setback to Montreat on Tuesday at Boshamer Gym.
 
The Bulldogs are led on offense by the duo of Donte Wright (12.9 ppg) and Damani Applewhite (11.2), who have scored 116 and 101 points, respectively. They lead the way for a S.C. State offense that has managed to hit 212-of-557 (38.1%) from the field this season.

Defensively, the Tornados have made their presence felt with 18 blocked shots this season. Steve Williams and Levi Lamb lead the unit with four each, while Markese Lynch (three), Bergen (three), Johnson (two) and Shelby Parris (two) have multiple swats as well
 
South Carolina State will host a Toys for Tots drive beginning Thursday (Dec.16^th ) until Christmas. Any Bulldogs fan who brings an unopened toy can enter the game for a discounted rate of $5.
 
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