New Haven's Kheni Briggs stole the show at DeGol Arena, scoring 29 points to propel his team to an 81-70 victory over Saint Francis. The win marked a notable performance for New Haven, who outpaced pre-game predictions that had Saint Francis winning by 2.7 points. Instead, New Haven dominated from the start, taking a 41-37 lead into halftime and never looking back.
Briggs' impressive outing was the driving force behind New Haven's success, as he consistently found ways to score and create opportunities for his teammates. He was supported by Jabri Fitzpatrick, who added 19 points and 6 rebounds, and Andre Pasha, who chipped in with 14 points and 6 rebounds of his own. The trio's collective effort allowed New Haven to maintain a comfortable lead throughout the second half, ultimately securing the 11-point win.
On the other side, Saint Francis' Ahmad Harrison did his best to keep his team in the game, scoring 16 points and grabbing 6 rebounds. Zion Russell and Skylar Wicks also made significant contributions, with 15 and 12 points, respectively. However, despite these efforts, Saint Francis was unable to overcome New Haven's strong start and consistent play.
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The loss was a Quad 4 defeat for Saint Francis, which could have implications for their tournament chances down the line. For New Haven, the win was also a Quad 4 result, but it helps to bolster their resume and provides a much-needed confidence boost. With a current net ranking of 335, New Haven want to build on this performance and string together more wins to improve their standing.
The CHD Scout's pre-game prediction, which had Saint Francis winning by 2.7 points, was incorrect, as New Haven's dominant performance led to a convincing 11-point victory. This outcome serves as a reminder that even in games where one team is expected to win, anything can happen on the court.
As the season progresses, New Haven want to capitalize on this momentum and make a push for a stronger tournament resume. With Kheni Briggs leading the charge, they have the potential to make some noise in their remaining games. For Saint Francis, the focus will be on regrouping and finding ways to bounce back from this loss, as they strive to improve their own tournament chances. The result of this game may not have been an upset, but it certainly has real consequences for both teams' futures.