Duquesne Stuns George Washington in Thrilling 88-86 Upset

In a stunning turn of events, Duquesne pulled off a monumental upset at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse, taking down George Washington 88-86 in a nail-biting Atlantic 10 conference matchup. The Dukes, led by Tarence Guinyard's impressive 27-point performance, defied expectations and handed the Colonials a devastating loss. CHD Scout's pre-game prediction had George Washington edging out Duquesne by a mere 0.5 points, but the actual outcome was a resounding victory for the underdog Dukes.

The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading baskets and neither able to gain a significant advantage. At halftime, the score was knotted at 40-40, setting the stage for a intense second-half showdown. Duquesne's Jimmie Williams and David Dixon joined Guinyard in double figures, scoring 20 and 17 points, respectively, to propel the Dukes to a 48-point second half. Meanwhile, George Washington's Jean Aranguren turned in a triple-double performance, tallying 18 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Dukes' balanced attack.

The Colonials' Luke Hunger chipped in with 17 points and 13 rebounds, and Trey Autry added 15 points, but their efforts were ultimately thwarted by Duquesne's clutch shooting and tenacious defense. As the final buzzer sounded, the Dukes celebrated a hard-fought 88-86 victory, sending shockwaves through the Atlantic 10 conference.

This upset has real consequences for both teams' tournament chances. For Duquesne, the win marks a crucial Quadrant 3 victory, boosting their resume and keeping their postseason hopes alive. On the other hand, George Washington suffers a Quadrant 2 loss, which may hinder their chances of securing a favorable seed in the conference tournament.

The loss is particularly damaging for the Colonials, who were expected to dominate the Dukes. Instead, they find themselves reeling from a stunning upset that will undoubtedly impact their confidence and momentum. As for Duquesne, this victory serves as a reflection of their resilience and determination, and they want to build on this momentum as they navigate the remainder of their conference schedule.