In a shocking turn of events, Central Arkansas handed Queens a devastating 10-point loss, 100-90, at Curry Arena. This upset is all the more significant given that Queens was predicted to win by 4.4 points, according to CHD Scout. The actual outcome was a far cry from the expected result, with Central Arkansas outscoring Queens by 15 points in the second half to secure the win.
Camren Hunter was the star of the show for Central Arkansas, dropping 31 points to lead his team to victory. He was supported by strong performances from Cole McCormick and Luke Moore, who chipped in with 19 points each. The Bears' high-powered offense was too much for Queens to handle, as they shot their way to a 60-point second half. Queens, on the other hand, was led by Carson Schwieger, who scored 17 points, while Yoav Berman and Maban Jabriel added 16 points each.
At halftime, Queens held a slim 45-40 lead, but Central Arkansas came out firing in the second half. The Bears went on a 20-10 run to take the lead, and never looked back. Queens struggled to keep pace with Central Arkansas' blistering offense, and despite a valiant effort, they were unable to close the gap.
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This loss is a significant blow to Queens' tournament chances, as it counts as a Quadrant 4 loss. On the other hand, Central Arkansas can breathe a sigh of relief, as this win falls under Quadrant 3. The Bears' net ranking of 203 will likely see a boost, while Queens' ranking of 196 will take a hit. The Royals must regroup and refocus if they hope to make a push for the tournament.
CHD Scout's prediction of a Queens win by 4.4 points was well off the mark, as Central Arkansas dominated the second half to secure the 10-point victory. This upset serves as a reminder that anything can happen in college basketball, and that even the most unlikely of teams can pull off a big win.
As the season heats up, Central Arkansas want to build on this momentum, while Queens will aim to bounce back from the disappointing loss. For now, the Bears can savor the taste of victory, knowing that they have pulled off a significant upset. The win improves Central Arkansas' record to 11-10, while Queens falls to 12-10. The implications of this result will be felt for the rest of the season, as both teams jockey for position in the tournament landscape. With this Quadrant 3 win, Central Arkansas has bolstered its resume, while Queens must recover from this Quadrant 4 loss to stay in the tournament conversation.