Marshall traveled to First National Bank Arena and handed Arkansas State a 70-61 loss, fueled by a strong performance from Wilson Dubinsky. The Marshall star scored 23 points and grabbed 8 rebounds, leading his team to a decisive 9-point victory. This outcome defied the pre-game prediction from CHD Scout, which had Arkansas State winning by a narrow 1.1-point margin.
At halftime, Marshall held a 3-point lead, with the score standing at 41-38. The first half saw both teams trade baskets, with neither able to gain a significant advantage. However, in the second half, Marshall's defense stiffened, holding Arkansas State to just 23 points. The Red Wolves, on the other hand, were unable to contain Dubinsky and his supporting cast, which included Shamarrie Hugie with 17 points and Noah Otshudi with 12 points.
For Arkansas State, Matt Hayman led the charge with 17 points, while Christian Harmon chipped in with 16 points and 5 rebounds. Despite these efforts, the Red Wolves were unable to overcome Marshall's balanced attack and stout defense. Jaxon Ellingsworth added 9 points for Arkansas State, but it was not enough to change the outcome.
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The game was marked by a series of runs, with Marshall ultimately pulling away in the final minutes. The Thundering Herd's victory was a reflection of their resilience and ability to close out games on the road. Arkansas State, on the other hand, want to regroup and bounce back from this disappointing loss.
The win improves Marshall's record to 14-8, while Arkansas State falls to 13-10. In terms of tournament implications, this game was classified as a Quadrant 3 matchup for both teams. The outcome will likely have a modest impact on their respective resumes, but it is a notable win for Marshall nonetheless. As a Quadrant 3 victory, it demonstrates Marshall's ability to compete against and beat teams of similar caliber on the road. For Arkansas State, the loss will be a Quadrant 3 setback, which may affect their chances of securing a postseason berth. With this result, Marshall strengthens its tournament profile, while Arkansas State must regroup and focus on its upcoming games to stay in the mix.