The Seton Hall Pirates secured a 87-80 win over the Providence Friars, led by Adam Clark's impressive 31 points and 8 assists. Clark's performance was the highlight of the game, as he shot efficiently and facilitated the offense with 8 assists, helping the Pirates improve to 17-8 on the season. The Providence Friars, now 11-14, were paced by Jaylin Sellers' 23 points and 6 rebounds, but ultimately fell short by 7 points.
Adam Clark's 31 Points Mark His 5th 30-Point Game of the Season
The game was closely contested in the first half, with the Providence Friars taking a 43-39 lead into the break. However, the Seton Hall Pirates came out strong in the second half, outscoring the Friars 48-37 to secure the 87-80 win. The Pirates' 48 points in the second half were fueled by Clark's 18 second-half points, as well as 13 points from Tajuan Simpkins. The Friars, on the other hand, were unable to maintain their first-half pace, shooting just 37% from the field in the second half. At one point, the Pirates went on a 10-2 run, which was a decisive stretch in the game, as they built a 10-point lead with 5 minutes remaining.
Adam Clark was the standout performer for the Seton Hall Pirates, scoring 31 points on 11-18 shooting, including 3-6 from three-point range. He also added 8 assists, showcasing his ability to create for himself and his teammates. Jaylin Sellers was the top performer for the Providence Friars, scoring 23 points and grabbing 6 rebounds. Sellers shot 9-17 from the field, including 3-6 from three-point range, and was a key factor in the Friars' first-half success. Other notable performers included AJ Staton-McCray, who scored 18 points for the Pirates, and Stefan Vaaks, who added 20 points for the Friars.
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The Seton Hall Pirates shot 49% from the field, including 38% from three-point range, en route to their 87-point total. The Providence Friars, on the other hand, shot 45% from the field, including 33% from three-point range. The Pirates also held a significant advantage on the glass, outrebounding the Friars 37-29. The Friars committed 15 turnovers, which the Pirates converted into 18 points, a key factor in their 7-point win. The Pirates' 18 points off turnovers were a significant factor in their win, as they were able to capitalize on the Friars' mistakes.
The CHD Scout predicted a 81-76 win for the Seton Hall Pirates, with a predicted margin of 5.5 points. The actual result was an 87-80 win for the Pirates, with a margin of 7 points. The prediction was correct, as the Pirates emerged victorious, but the margin was slightly larger than expected. The CHD Scout model accurately predicted the outcome of the game, but underestimated the Pirates' offense, which scored 6 more points than predicted. The model also overestimated the Friars' defense, which allowed 11 more points than predicted.
The win improves the Seton Hall Pirates' record to 17-8, with a 53 NET ranking. This game was a Quadrant 3 win for the Pirates, as the Providence Friars have a NET ranking of 76. The loss drops the Providence Friars to 11-14, with a 76 NET ranking. This game was a Quadrant 1 loss for the Friars, as the Seton Hall Pirates have a NET ranking of 53. The Pirates' win helps to solidify their tournament resume, as they now have a 4-5 record in Quadrant 1 and 2 games. The Friars, on the other hand, must regroup and focus on their remaining games to improve their tournament chances.
The Seton Hall Pirates want to build on their momentum as they face their next opponent, while the Providence Friars will aim to bounce back from the loss. The Pirates' next game is scheduled for February 15, against the Xavier Musketeers, while the Friars' next game is scheduled for February 14, against the Georgetown Hoyas. Both teams want to secure important wins as they navigate the remainder of their schedules.