Southeastern Louisiana Stuns Incarnate Word in 12-Point Upset

In a shocking turn of events, Southeastern Louisiana pulled off a stunning 12-point upset over Incarnate Word, winning 74-62 at the University Center. This outcome is all the more surprising given the teams' respective records, with Incarnate Word boasting a 10-15 record compared to Southeastern Louisiana's 8-17. The Lions' victory is a significant upset, considering Incarnate Word's higher net ranking of 267, while Southeastern Louisiana sits at 285.

Makhi Myles was the star of the show for Southeastern Louisiana, scoring 20 points to lead his team to victory. He was supported by Jaiden Lawrence, who added 17 points, and Isaiah Gaines, who chipped in with 7 points and 9 rebounds. On the other side, Davion Bailey was the top performer for Incarnate Word, also scoring 20 points. However, his efforts were not enough to overcome the Lions' strong performance.

The game got off to a strong start for Southeastern Louisiana, with the Lions taking a 40-26 lead into halftime. Incarnate Word tried to mount a comeback in the second half, scoring 36 points, but it was too little, too late. The Lions' first-half performance set the tone for the rest of the game, and they were able to hold off Incarnate Word's late surge.

Before the game, CHD Scout predicted a close contest, with Southeastern Louisiana winning by 4.2 points. While the prediction was correct in terms of the winner, the actual margin of victory was much larger than expected. The final score of 74-62 was a significant departure from the predicted 72-68 score, highlighting the unpredictability of college basketball.

This upset victory has real consequences for both teams' tournament chances. For Southeastern Louisiana, the win is a much-needed boost to their resume, albeit a Quadrant 4 victory. However, given their current net ranking, every win counts, and this upset will certainly help their cause. On the other hand, the loss is a setback for Incarnate Word, who also suffered a Quadrant 4 defeat. With a current net ranking of 267, Incarnate Word must regroup and refocus if they hope to make a push for the tournament.

The resume implications of this result are clear: Southeastern Louisiana has taken a small step forward, while Incarnate Word has taken a step back. As the season enters its final stretch, both teams want to build on this result and make a push for the tournament. For now, the Lions can bask in the glory of their upset victory, while Incarnate Word want to regroup and bounce back from this disappointing loss.