Bethune-Cookman's Jakobi Heady stole the show at Moore Gymnasium, scoring 30 points and grabbing 9 rebounds to lead his team to an 82-76 victory over Prairie View A&M. The win marked a strong performance by Bethune-Cookman, who were predicted to win by just 2.1 points by CHD Scout, but ultimately won by 6. Heady's outing was the key factor in the team's success, as he consistently found ways to score and create opportunities for his teammates.
Jakobi Heady's 30-Point Outing Marks His Third 30+ Point Game of the Season
The first half was closely contested, with both teams scoring 36 points to head into the break tied. However, Bethune-Cookman came out strong in the second half, outscoring Prairie View A&M 46-40 to secure the win. Quentin Heady and Daniel Rouzan also had notable performances for Bethune-Cookman, scoring 17 and 10 points, respectively, and grabbing 5 and 10 rebounds. Lance Williams led the charge for Prairie View A&M, scoring 22 points and grabbing 5 rebounds, while Dontae Horne and Joey Madimba added 15 and 12 points, respectively.
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The win was a crucial one for Bethune-Cookman, who improved their record to 12-11 and strengthened their position in the conference standings. As a Quadrant 4 win, it may not carry significant weight in terms of tournament resume, but it is still an important victory for a team looking to build momentum heading into the final stretch of the season. For Prairie View A&M, the loss dropped their record to 9-14, and marked a missed opportunity to pick up a Quadrant 3 win on the road.
CHD Scout's prediction of a 2.1-point win for Bethune-Cookman was accurate, as the team's strong performance in the second half allowed them to pull away from Prairie View A&M. While the win may not have been a surprise, the margin of victory was slightly larger than expected, and Bethune-Cookman want to build on this performance in their upcoming games.
The result has real consequences for both teams' tournament chances. For Bethune-Cookman, the win keeps them in the hunt for a potential postseason berth, although they must continue to rack up wins in order to make a strong case. For Prairie View A&M, the loss is a setback, but they still have opportunities to pick up key wins and improve their resume. As the season enters its final stretch, both teams want to make a push and secure a spot in the tournament.