The Tennessee Technological Golden Eagles secured an 82-74 win over the Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles, with JaJuan Nicholls leading the way with 15 points and 6 rebounds. This victory marked the 11th win of the season for Tennessee Tech, improving their record to 11-16, while Southern Indiana fell to 5-21. The Golden Eagles outscored the Screaming Eagles 47-42 in the second half, building on their 3-point halftime lead. Tennessee Tech's 82 points were the most they have scored in their last 5 games, with an average of 75.4 points per game during that span.
Ismail Habib's 17 Points Mark His 10th Double-Figure Scoring Performance of the Season
The game was closely contested in the first half, with Tennessee Technological taking a 35-32 lead into the break. The Golden Eagles shot 43.8% from the field in the first half, while the Screaming Eagles managed 40.6%. In the second half, Tennessee Tech extended their lead, outscoring Southern Indiana 47-42. The Golden Eagles' Mekhi Cameron and C.J. McPherson each scored 15 points, contributing to the team's balanced scoring effort. Southern Indiana's Ismail Habib led the Screaming Eagles with 17 points and 5 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Golden Eagles' strong team performance. The Screaming Eagles turned the ball over 14 times, which Tennessee Tech capitalized on, scoring 18 points off those turnovers.
Ismail Habib was the top performer for Southern Indiana, scoring 17 points and grabbing 5 rebounds. Amaree Brown added 15 points and 8 rebounds for the Screaming Eagles, while Ola Ajiboye chipped in with 10 points. For Tennessee Technological, JaJuan Nicholls led the way with 15 points and 6 rebounds. Mekhi Cameron and C.J. McPherson each scored 15 points, with Cameron shooting 50% from the field. The Golden Eagles' balanced scoring effort was a key factor in their victory, with four players scoring in double figures. Tennessee Tech's top performers combined for 60 points, accounting for 73.2% of the team's total scoring output.
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Tennessee Technological outrebounded Southern Indiana 38-32, with a rebounding margin of +6. The Golden Eagles also outshot the Screaming Eagles from the field, 45.5% to 42.9%. Southern Indiana struggled from beyond the arc, making just 25% of their 3-point attempts, while Tennessee Tech shot 35.7% from 3-point range. The Golden Eagles' 18 points off turnovers were a significant factor in their victory, as they were able to capitalize on Southern Indiana's 14 turnovers. Tennessee Tech's 82 points were the most they have scored in a road game this season, with an average of 73.4 points per game on the road.
The CHD Scout predicted a close game, with Tennessee Technological winning by 1.2 points. However, the Golden Eagles exceeded expectations, winning by 8 points. The predicted score was 72-73, but Tennessee Tech's strong second-half performance led to a more decisive victory. The CHD Scout was correct in predicting the winner, but underestimated the margin of victory. This win marked the 4th time this season that Tennessee Tech has won by 8 or more points, with an average margin of victory of 12.5 points in those games.
This game was a Quadrant 4 matchup for both teams, with Southern Indiana currently ranked 346 in the NET rankings and Tennessee Technological ranked 315. The win improves Tennessee Tech's record in Quadrant 4 games, but doesn't significantly impact their tournament resume. Southern Indiana's loss drops them to 5-21, making it increasingly unlikely that they will be considered for postseason play. The Screaming Eagles' 5 wins are the fewest in the conference, and their .192 winning percentage is the lowest. Tennessee Tech's 11 wins are the most they have had in a season since 2020-21, and their .407 winning percentage is an improvement over last season's .333 mark.
Tennessee Technological's next game is scheduled for February 17th against Eastern Illinois, while Southern Indiana will face off against Morehead State on February 18th. Both teams want to build on their current momentum, with Tennessee Tech seeking to continue their winning ways and Southern Indiana hoping to snap their current losing streak. The Golden Eagles have won 3 of their last 5 games, with an average margin of victory of 6.7 points in those wins. The Screaming Eagles have lost 4 of their last 5 games, with an average margin of defeat of 10.3 points in those losses.