SIU Edwardsville's strong performance on the road led to a convincing 58-46 win over Southern Indiana at Liberty Arena. The Cougars' victory was fueled by a balanced attack, with Jack Campion standing out as the top performer. Campion's 15 points and 5 rebounds set the tone for SIU Edwardsville, which outscored Southern Indiana 35-19 in the second half to secure the 12-point win.
The first half was closely contested, with Southern Indiana taking a 27-23 lead into the break. However, SIU Edwardsville came out strong in the second half, using a combination of tough defense and efficient offense to take control of the game. The Cougars' 35 points in the second half were more than enough to overcome Southern Indiana's 19 points, and they ultimately emerged with a comfortable margin of victory.
Devin Curtis was the top performer for Southern Indiana, scoring 11 points in a losing effort. Despite his best efforts, the Screaming Eagles were unable to keep pace with SIU Edwardsville's high-powered offense. Josiah Dunham and Ismail Habib also chipped in with 8 points each for Southern Indiana, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Cougars' balanced attack.
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CHD Scout's pre-game prediction had SIU Edwardsville winning by 2.9 points, but the Cougars far exceeded that margin. The actual score of 58-46 was a full 9 points away from the predicted score of 68-71, highlighting the dominant nature of SIU Edwardsville's performance. The prediction was correct in terms of the winner, but the margin of victory was much larger than expected.
The win is a significant one for SIU Edwardsville, as it improves their record to 14-9 on the season. The Cougars' net ranking of 267 is a reflection of their strong play, and this win will only help to bolster their resume. On the other hand, Southern Indiana falls to 5-17 on the season, with a net ranking of 340. The loss is a tough one for the Screaming Eagles, but they want to bounce back in their next game.
In terms of tournament implications, this game was a Quadrant 4 matchup for both teams. While the loss won't help Southern Indiana's chances, SIU Edwardsville's win will be viewed as a solid, if unspectacular, addition to their resume. The Cougars must continue to perform well in their remaining games to build a strong case for tournament consideration. For now, the win over Southern Indiana is a positive step in the right direction, and SIU Edwardsville want to build on this momentum as they move forward.