New Haven Chargers Defeat Stonehill Skyhawks 64-51 Behind Fitzpatrick's 29 Points

The New Haven Chargers, led by Jabri Fitzpatrick's 29 points and 8 rebounds, dominated the Stonehill Skyhawks 64-51 at the Jeffery P. Hazell Athletics Center, a 13-point margin that far exceeded the 2.6-point advantage CHD Scout had predicted. Stonehill, now 9-19 on the season, struggled to find their footing, particularly in the second half, where they scored just 21 points, a far cry from the 30 they managed in the first half. New Haven, on the other hand, maintained their pace, scoring 32 points in each half, a consistency that proved too much for Stonehill to handle. Over their last 5 games, New Haven has averaged 64.8 points per game, while allowing 65, and this performance was a welcome change, especially considering they had gone 2-3 in that stretch.

As the game progressed, it became clear that New Haven's ability to contain Stonehill's offense was a key factor in their success. Stonehill, who had been averaging 57.8 points per game over their last 5, were held to 51, a full 6.8 points below their recent average. This defensive effort was crucial, especially considering Stonehill had been outscored by an average of 7.2 points over their last 5 games. New Haven, meanwhile, was able to capitalize on their opportunities, with Fitzpatrick hitting several big shots to help his team pull away. With 10 minutes left in the game, New Haven led by just 5 points, 46-41, but over the next 5 minutes, they outscored Stonehill 12-4, pushing their lead to 58-45 and essentially sealing the win. This 12-4 run was a microcosm of the game, with New Haven's offense clicking and their defense stifling Stonehill's attempts to get back into the game.

Fitzpatrick's performance was the standout of the game, but he wasn't the only one who made significant contributions. Najimi George added 14 points and 8 rebounds, while Kheni Briggs chipped in with 8 points. For Stonehill, Chas Stinson had a double-double with 13 points and 12 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to overcome the team's overall struggles. Rex Sunderland and Ethan Meuser each added 8 points, but Stonehill's offense was unable to find any consistency, particularly in the second half. Fitzpatrick, meanwhile, was the catalyst for New Haven's offense, hitting several big shots and drawing fouls to get to the line. His ability to score from both inside and outside was a major problem for Stonehill's defense, and he was able to take advantage of the mismatches throughout the game.

The CHD Scout prediction of a 2.6-point New Haven win was correct, but the margin of victory was much larger than expected.

The reason for this discrepancy lies in New Haven's defense, which was able to contain Stonehill's offense much more effectively than anticipated. Stonehill's recent form had been poor, with a 1-4 record over their last 5 games, and New Haven was able to take advantage of their struggles. The model had predicted a close game, but New Haven's ability to pull away in the second half was a surprise. This win was a Q4 game for New Haven, and a Q4 game for Stonehill, and the difference in performance was stark. New Haven's ability to win a Q4 game is a significant boost to their resume, and it will be interesting to see how they build on this performance over the remainder of the season.

As the season enters its final stretch, games like this one take on added importance. For New Haven, this win is a significant boost to their resume, and it will be interesting to see how they build on this performance over the remainder of the season. With a record of 12-15, they are still a long shot to make the tournament, but a strong finish to the season could put them in the conversation. Stonehill, on the other hand, is likely out of the running, with a record of 9-19 and a NET ranking of 339. Their recent form has been poor, and this loss was just another example of their struggles. Over their last 5 games, they have been outscored by an average of 7.2 points, and this performance was just another example of their inability to compete with better teams.

The implications of this game for the tournament picture are significant. New Haven's win gives them a much-needed boost, and they want to build on this performance over the remainder of the season. With a NET ranking of 329, they are still a long shot to make the tournament, but a strong finish to the season could put them in the conversation. Stonehill, on the other hand, is likely out of the running, and this loss was just another example of their struggles. The graphic shows that New Haven's quad record and NET ranking have improved, while Stonehill's have taken a hit. This win was a Q4 game for New Haven, and it will be interesting to see how they build on this performance over the remainder of the season. With 5 games left to play, New Haven want to finish strong and make a push for the tournament. A 4-1 finish would put them at 16-16, and while that may not be enough to get them into the tournament, it would certainly give them a chance. For Stonehill, the season is likely over, and they want to regroup and rebuild for next year.

The final score of 64-51 in favor of New Haven was a fair reflection of the game, with the Chargers dominating the Skyhawks for much of the contest. New Haven's ability to contain Stonehill's offense was a key factor in their success, and they were able to capitalize on their opportunities to pull away. With 5 minutes left in the game, New Haven led by 13 points, 58-45, and they were able to maintain this lead for the remainder of the game. The win was a much-needed boost for New Haven, and they want to build on this performance over the remainder of the season. Over their last 5 games, New Haven has averaged 64.8 points per game, and this performance was just another example of their ability to score. Stonehill, on the other hand, has struggled to find their footing, and this loss was just another example of their struggles. With a record of 9-19, they are likely out of the running for the tournament, and they want to regroup and rebuild for next year.

HEADLINE: New Haven Chargers Defeat Stonehill Skyhawks 64-51 Behind Fitzpatrick's 29 Points SUBHEADLINE: New Haven's win gives them a much-needed boost, and they want to build on this performance over the remainder of the season, with a 12-15 record and a NET ranking of 329.