In a shocking turn of events, Le Moyne took down Long Island University 83-77 at Ted Grant Court, pulling off a significant upset that will send ripples through the college basketball world. The Dolphins, ranked 261 in the net rankings, were not given much of a chance against the 201-ranked Sharks, but they proved their doubters wrong with a gritty performance.
Le Moyne's Shilo Jackson was the star of the show, dropping 21 points and grabbing 7 rebounds to lead his team to victory. He was supported by Trent Mosquera, who added 19 points, and Jakai Sanders, who chipped in with 15 points and 5 assists. The Dolphins' balanced attack proved too much for Long Island University to handle, as they built a 40-34 lead by halftime.
Malachi Davis did his best to keep the Sharks in the game, scoring 24 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Dolphins' strong team effort. Jamal Fuller added 20 points for Long Island University, while Greg Gordon contributed 10 points and 7 rebounds. Despite their best efforts, the Sharks were unable to close the gap, and Le Moyne's lead held up throughout the second half.
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The win was particularly sweet for Le Moyne, as it validated the prediction of CHD Scout, which had the Dolphins winning by 3 points. In the end, Le Moyne exceeded that margin, taking the game by 6 points. The actual score of 83-77 was a far cry from the predicted 70-70 tie, but the outcome was the same - a Le Moyne victory.
This upset win has real consequences for both teams' tournament chances. For Le Moyne, the victory is a Quadrant 4 win, which won't do much to boost their resume, but it's a confidence-builder for a team that has struggled to find consistency. On the other hand, Long Island University will have to regroup after a tough loss, which also falls into Quadrant 4. The Sharks must bounce back quickly to avoid letting this upset derail their season.
The loss will undoubtedly be a setback for Long Island University, which had been hoping to build momentum with a win over a lower-ranked opponent. Instead, they find themselves on the wrong end of an upset, and their tournament chances take a hit. For Le Moyne, the win is a rare bright spot in an otherwise up-and-down season, and they'll look to build on this momentum as they move forward. As it stands, this result will be a significant talking point in the college basketball world, and both teams will be eager to see how it affects their trajectory for the rest of the season.