McNeese State Cowboys Defeat Northwestern State Demons 75-64 Behind Tyshawn Archie's 24 Points

The McNeese State Cowboys dominated the first half, outscoring the Northwestern State Demons 43-29, and held on for a 75-64 win at Prather Coliseum. This victory marked the Cowboys' 22nd win of the season, solidifying their position as a top contender in their conference. The Demons, on the other hand, fell to 8-19, with their recent trend of averaging 62.6 points per game over their last five outings proving insufficient against the high-powered Cowboys offense, which has been averaging 75 points per game over their last five games. The Cowboys' strong performance was a reflection of their recent form, having outscored their opponents by 11.6 points per game over their last five games, including a 97-54 thrashing of East Texas A&M.

The Cowboys' Tyshawn Archie led the charge with 24 points, including several crucial baskets in the second half that helped to stave off a Demons comeback. Archie's performance was complemented by Larry Johnson's 15 points, as the two combined to score nearly half of the Cowboys' total points. The Demons, meanwhile, were led by Micah Thomas's 27 points, but it was not enough to overcome the Cowboys' balanced attack. The Demons' recent trend of being outscored by 1.6 points per game over their last five games continued, as they struggled to contain the Cowboys' offense. With 12 points and 7 rebounds, Willie Williams and Izzy Miles provided some spark for the Demons, but it was not enough to overcome the Cowboys' strong team effort. The Cowboys' 43 points in the first half were the most the Demons have allowed in a half this season, and it set the tone for the rest of the game.

The stat line does not fully capture the impact of Archie's performance, as he hit several big shots in the second half to help the Cowboys maintain their lead. Meanwhile, the Demons' Micah Thomas was forced to carry the load for his team, scoring 27 points but also committing several turnovers that hindered the Demons' comeback efforts. The Cowboys' Jacolb Fredson-Cole chipped in with 9 points, including a few crucial baskets in the second half that helped to seal the win. The Demons' trend of struggling to score, averaging only 62.6 points per game over their last five games, continued, as they were unable to keep pace with the Cowboys' high-powered offense.

The CHD Scout prediction of a 13-point McNeese win was nearly spot on, as the Cowboys ultimately emerged victorious by 11 points.

The prediction was correct because the Cowboys' offense was able to exploit the Demons' defensive weaknesses, particularly in the first half. The Demons' recent trend of allowing 64.2 points per game over their last five games continued, as they struggled to contain the Cowboys' balanced attack. The Cowboys' ability to score from both inside and outside, with 32 points in the paint and 9 three-pointers, made it difficult for the Demons to mount a comeback. The Demons' recent trend of being outscored by 1.6 points per game over their last five games also continued, as they were unable to overcome the Cowboys' strong team effort.

The win for the Cowboys marked their 22nd of the season, and it solidified their position as a top contender in their conference. With a record of 22-5, the Cowboys are well-positioned to make a deep run in the postseason. The Demons, on the other hand, fell to 8-19, and their chances of making a postseason appearance are dwindling. The Cowboys' recent trend of outscoring their opponents by 11.6 points per game over their last five games is a reflection of their strength and depth, and it will be interesting to see how they perform in their next game. The Demons, meanwhile, must regroup and refocus if they hope to turn their season around, having lost 3 of their last 5 games.

The win for the Cowboys did not significantly alter their tournament picture, as they were already considered a lock for the postseason. However, it did help to solidify their seeding, as they are now likely to be a top-4 seed in their conference tournament. The loss for the Demons, on the other hand, was a significant blow to their postseason chances. With a record of 8-19 and a NET ranking of 303, the Demons are unlikely to receive an at-large bid to the tournament, and they must win their conference tournament in order to qualify for the postseason. The Cowboys' quad 4 win over the Demons, who are a quad 2 team, is a reflection of their strength and depth, and it will be interesting to see how they perform in their next game. The Demons' trend of struggling to score, averaging only 62.6 points per game over their last five games, must be addressed if they hope to make a postseason appearance.

The Cowboys' strong team effort was a key factor in their win, as they were able to outscore the Demons by 11 points despite being outrebounded 35-32. The Demons' recent trend of being outscored by 1.6 points per game over their last five games continued, as they struggled to contain the Cowboys' balanced attack. The Cowboys' ability to score from both inside and outside, with 32 points in the paint and 9 three-pointers, made it difficult for the Demons to mount a comeback. The Demons' trend of struggling to score, averaging only 62.6 points per game over their last five games, continued, as they were unable to keep pace with the Cowboys' high-powered offense. The Cowboys' win marked their 4th win in their last 5 games, and it solidified their position as a top contender in their conference.

In the end, the Cowboys' strong team effort and balanced attack was too much for the Demons to handle. The Demons' recent trend of struggling to score and being outscored by their opponents continued, and it ultimately led to their downfall. The Cowboys, on the other hand, continued to roll, and they want to build on this momentum as they head into their next game. With 22 wins on the season, the Cowboys are well-positioned to make a deep run in the postseason, and their recent trend of outscoring their opponents by 11.6 points per game over their last five games is a reflection of their strength and depth. The Demons, meanwhile, must regroup and refocus if they hope to turn their season around and make a postseason appearance.

HEADLINE: McNeese State Cowboys Defeat Northwestern State Demons 75-64 Behind Tyshawn Archie's 24 Points SUBHEADLINE: The McNeese State Cowboys solidified their position as a top contender in their conference with a 75-64 win over the Northwestern State Demons, marking their 22nd win of the season and extending their recent trend of outscoring their opponents by 11.6 points per game over their last five games.