Delaware State struggles against Texas as Robert Smith shines
- Delaware State Hornets recorded a 90-68 loss to the Texas Longhorns, with Robert Smith scoring 22 points.
- The Hornets are currently 3-5, while the Fightin' Blue Hens have a record of 4-3.
- Delaware State will play against Delaware on Tuesday, aiming to break their road game losing streak.
In a college basketball matchup, Delaware State Hornets faced off against the Texas Longhorns. The game took place recently in which Delaware State suffered a significant defeat, losing by a score of 90-68. Robert Smith emerged as a standout performer for the Hornets, contributing an impressive 22 points during the game. This performance was crucial, although it came amidst a broader struggle for the team, now holding a record of 3 wins and 5 losses. Going forward, Delaware State will take on the Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens, a match set for Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. EST in Newark, Delaware. Despite their struggles, Delaware State leads the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference with a notable average of 24.0 defensive rebounds per game, largely thanks to Martez Robinson. In contrast, Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens currently have a record of 4-3, and they rank fifth in the Colonial Athletic Association for scoring, averaging 77.9 points per game. The upcoming matchup will be crucial as both teams aim to improve their standings, especially Delaware State which is still seeking its first road victory of the season.