Bryant Stuns Maine in Thrilling Upset, 73-67

In a stunning turn of events, the Bryant Bulldogs pulled off a monumental upset at the Chace Athletic Center, defeating the Maine Black Bears 73-67. This victory marked a significant milestone for Bryant, as they overcame a pre-game prediction that had Maine winning by 5.1 points. CHD Scout's forecast proved incorrect, as the Bulldogs' relentless effort and clutch performances led to a thrilling six-point win.

The first half saw Bryant take control, with the Bulldogs heading into the break with a 32-27 lead. Timofei Rudovskii was instrumental in this early surge, scoring 10 of his 16 points in the opening period. Maine's Logan Carey kept his team within striking distance, netting 8 of his 16 points in the first half. The Black Bears' Mekhi Gray and TJ Biel also made their presence felt, combining for 13 points in the first 20 minutes.

As the game unfolded, Bryant continued to push the pace, with Khalil Williams and Keegan Harvey making crucial contributions. Williams scored 15 points, while Harvey added 12 points and 8 rebounds, helping the Bulldogs maintain their lead. Meanwhile, Maine struggled to find consistency, despite Carey's valiant efforts. The Black Bears' offense stalled at times, allowing Bryant to capitalize on their mistakes and build a lead that would prove insurmountable.

The second half saw both teams trade baskets, with Maine making a late push to close the gap. However, Bryant's defense held firm, and the Bulldogs sealed the win with a series of clutch free throws. This upset victory will have real consequences for both teams' tournament chances, particularly for Bryant, who secured a much-needed Quad 4 win.

The resume implications of this result are substantial, as Bryant's win over Maine will be viewed as a notable upset. Given that both teams are currently ranked outside the top 300 in the NET rankings, this game was deemed a Quad 4 matchup for both sides. Nevertheless, the Bulldogs' ability to pull off this upset will undoubtedly boost their confidence and provide a much-needed morale boost. For Maine, this loss will be a tough pill to swallow, as they had been predicted to win by a comfortable margin. As the season enters its final stretch, both teams want to build on this result and make a push for a strong finish.