Penn State 76, Jacksonville State 61

Adam Hunger-USA TODAY SportsIt wasn’t as easy as some people would have liked it, but Pat Chambers collected his second win of the season. In a game that was competitive throughout, the Lions got contributions from eight players. When Mike Watkins and Satchel Pierce return, the team will have a tremendous amount of depth.

Jason Burnell hit the first shot of the game, a three-pointer, and added a field goal for a quick 5-2 Jacksonville State lead. Lamar Stevens answered with a pair of baskets and two free throws and the Lions were up 8-5. Burnell hit a basket and free throw to tie it soon after.

Josh Reaves picked up his second foul very early and had to go to the bench at the first timeout…