BASKETBALL NEWSECU downs Delaware State, 72-48

GREENVILLE — East Carolina scored the first 11 points of the game and took a 72-48 nonconference win over Delaware State in Williams Arena at Minges Coliseum on Saturday.

Brycen Blaine had 22 points as the Pirates improved to 3-1.

“Probably our most complete game that we’ve had this season,” said ECU coach Mike Schwartz on the Pirate radio network. ” … It doesn’t mean it’s perfect but there was execution and attention to details on both sides of the basketball.”

Kaden Cooper had 11 points and eight rebounds for ECU, which led 33-21 at the half.

Each team finished with 36 rebounds but the Pirates shot more accurately. ECU made 24 of 56 field goal attempts for 43 percent. The Hornets (1-3) were…