FRANKFORT, Ky. — The Panthers shot nearly 48 percent from the field and used a balanced offensive attack to earn an 86–74 win over Kentucky State to close out the regular season on Monday afternoon at the William Exum HPER Center.

The Panthers (21-7, 18-6 SIAC) jumped out to a strong first-half performance, building a 45–36 advantage at the break before maintaining control down the stretch. Despite outsourcing the Panthers 42-41 in the second half, Kentucky State fell short.
Jadyn Shider led all scorers with 18 points on 8-of-16 shooting while adding eight rebounds to pace the Panthers. Ny'Mire Little contributed 12 points, knocking down two three-pointers, and Clark Atlanta received a major spark from its bench, which accounted for 48 points on the afternoon.

Clark Atlanta finished the contest shooting 30-of-63 from the floor, including 9-of-17 from three-point range, while converting 17-of-22 attempts at the free-throw line. The Panthers also held a 40–32 rebounding advantage and recorded 16 assists on 30 made field goals.
Kentucky State (6-21, 6-18 SIAC) was led by its perimeter play but was unable to overcome Clark Atlanta's efficiency in the paint and consistent scoring depth.

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