Arkansas-Pine Bluff's Quion Williams stole the show at H.O. Clemmons Arena, scoring 25 points and grabbing 7 rebounds to lead the Golden Lions to an 84-77 victory over Alcorn State. The win marked a crucial conference triumph for Arkansas-Pine Bluff, who improved to 10-13 on the season. Alcorn State, meanwhile, fell to 4-18.
Quion Williams Scores 25 Points, Including 15 in the First Half
The Golden Lions dominated the first half, taking a 49-34 lead into the break. Quion Williams was unstoppable, scoring 15 of his 25 points in the first 20 minutes. Alex Mirhosseini chipped in with 12 points, including two three-pointers, to help Arkansas-Pine Bluff build its sizable advantage. Alcorn State's Davian Williams kept his team within striking distance, scoring 10 of his 18 points in the first half.
In the second half, Alcorn State made a push to get back into the game. The Braves outscored Arkansas-Pine Bluff 43-35, but it wasn't enough to overcome the deficit. Jaquan Scott's 13 points and 11 rebounds helped the Golden Lions maintain their lead, while Mirhosseini added 8 points in the second half to finish with 20. CHD Scout's pre-game prediction had Arkansas-Pine Bluff winning by 11.1 points, and although the actual margin was slightly smaller, the prediction ultimately proved correct.
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The win was a significant one for Arkansas-Pine Bluff's tournament resume, as it marked a Quad 4 victory. While the Golden Lions still have work to do to bolster their postseason chances, this win will certainly help. For Alcorn State, the loss was also a Quad 4 defeat, which will likely have minimal impact on their already slim tournament hopes.
Quion Williams' performance was the story of the game, as he led all scorers with 25 points. His ability to score from both inside and outside the paint proved too much for Alcorn State to handle. Davian Williams, meanwhile, was the bright spot for the Braves, scoring 18 points in a losing effort. Despite the defeat, Williams' performance was a reflection of his skill and determination.
As the season enters its final stretch, Arkansas-Pine Bluff want to build on this win and make a push for a stronger conference finish. With Quion Williams leading the charge, the Golden Lions have the potential to make some noise in the coming weeks. For now, they'll take the momentum from this hard-fought victory and look to carry it into their next game.
The Golden Lions' tournament chances received a boost with this win, but they still have a long way to go. With several tough conference games remaining, Arkansas-Pine Bluff must continue to perform at a high level if they hope to make a postseason run. For now, they can celebrate a crucial conference win and look to build on the momentum generated by Quion Williams' outstanding performance.