Winthrop's Daylen Berry stole the show at the Rock Hill Sports & Event Center, leading his team to an 81-74 victory over Queens (NY) with 23 points and 5 rebounds. The Eagles' win was fueled by a strong second-half performance, where they outscored the Royals 41-39. Berry's impressive outing was complemented by Logan Duncomb's 12 points and 8 rebounds, as well as Tommy Kamarad's 10 points.
The first half saw Winthrop take control, with the Eagles heading into the break up 40-35. Queens (NY) struggled to contain Berry, who had already scored 12 points by halftime. The Royals' Yoav Berman kept his team in the game, scoring 10 of his 19 points in the first half. Berman's performance was impressive, as he also grabbed 5 rebounds to lead his team.
In the second half, Winthrop continued to push the pace, with Berry and Duncomb leading the charge. The Eagles' offense was too much for Queens (NY) to handle, as they built a lead that the Royals couldn't overcome. Nasir Mann's 12 points and 10 rebounds were a bright spot for Queens (NY), but it wasn't enough to propel his team to victory. Gus Larson added 13 points for the Royals, but their efforts fell short.
The win for Winthrop is a significant one, as it adds another Quadrant 3 victory to their resume. With a current NET ranking of 122, the Eagles are looking to bolster their tournament chances. This victory will certainly help, as it demonstrates their ability to take down mid-major opponents. For Queens (NY), the loss is a Quadrant 3 defeat, which won't hurt their resume too much. However, with a current NET ranking of 197, the Royals need to start racking up wins to get back into the tournament conversation.
As the season progresses, Winthrop want to build on this momentum. With Berry and Duncomb leading the charge, the Eagles have the potential to make some noise in their conference. For Queens (NY), the focus will be on bouncing back from this tough road loss. With Berman and Mann leading the way, the Royals have the talent to compete with anyone, but they need to start putting together complete performances.
This win for Winthrop is a reflection of their strength as a team. With a strong performance from Berry and solid contributions from their supporting cast, the Eagles were able to take down a tough opponent. As the tournament picture begins to take shape, Winthrop's victory over Queens (NY) will be an important one to remember. The Eagles' resume is looking stronger by the day, and this Quadrant 3 win will certainly help their cause.