Kenic scores 15 to carry Chattanooga past Alabama St. 74-56

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NICEVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Stefan Kenic came off the bench to score 15 points to lead Chattanooga to a 74-56 win over Alabama State in the Emerald Coast Classic on Friday.

Ramon Vila had 13 points for Chattanooga (4-3). David Jean-Baptiste added 11 points and Matt Ryan scored 10 points for the Mocs. Rod Johnson had eight points and eight rebounds.

Chattanooga forced 11 turnovers in the first half and raced to a 48-22 halftime lead.

Tobi Ewuosho had 10 points and eight rebounds for the Hornets (0-6).

The Emerald Coast Classic concludes on Sunday. Chattanooga takes on Jacksonville State and Alabama State faces Chicago State.

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