The Citadel pulled off a stunning upset at McKenzie Arena, taking down Tennessee at Chattanooga 78-71 in a conference matchup that will have real consequences for both teams' tournament chances. Chattanooga, predicted to win by 12.4 points by CHD Scout, was handed a devastating loss that will surely impact their resume. The Citadel, on the other hand, want to build momentum from this monumental win.
The Citadel's Sola Adebisi Posts 18 Points, 5 Rebounds in Upset Win
Jordan Frison led the charge for Chattanooga, scoring 24 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome The Citadel's balanced attack. Sola Adebisi was the star of the show for The Citadel, posting 18 points and 5 rebounds, while Braxton Williams added 18 points of his own. Carter Kingsbury chipped in with 16 points and 6 rebounds, as The Citadel's offense proved too much for Chattanooga to handle.
At halftime, The Citadel held a 37-32 lead, but Chattanooga fought back in the second half, led by Frison's scoring prowess. However, The Citadel's supporting cast, including Williams and Kingsbury, made key plays late to secure the win. Brennan Watkins and Tate Darner added 15 and 9 points, respectively, for Chattanooga, but it wasn't enough to overcome the deficit.
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CHD Scout's prediction of a 12.4-point Chattanooga win seemed plausible given the teams' respective records and net rankings. However, The Citadel had other plans, and their 78-71 victory will be a significant blow to Chattanooga's tournament hopes. The loss drops Chattanooga to 10-15 on the season, while The Citadel improves to 9-16.
This game was classified as a Quadrant 4 matchup for both teams, but the win will still be a valuable addition to The Citadel's resume. For Chattanooga, the loss will be a difficult one to overcome, as they struggle to build momentum in conference play. The Citadel's win will be a confidence booster, and they want to carry this momentum into their next matchup.
As the season enters its final stretch, The Citadel's upset win over Chattanooga will be a talking point in tournament discussions. While The Citadel's chances are still slim, this win will be a crucial part of their resume, and they want to build on this momentum in the coming weeks. For Chattanooga, the loss will be a tough pill to swallow, and they must regroup quickly to stay in the hunt for a tournament bid.