The Texas at El Paso Miners, ranked 271 in the NET rankings, pulled off a stunning 69-64 upset over the Jacksonville State Gamecocks, ranked 197, at the Pete Mathews Coliseum. This 5-point victory marked a significant Quad 3 win for UTEP, while dealing a Quad 4 loss to Jacksonville State. The Miners' Elijah Jones led the charge with 16 points and 6 rebounds, outpacing Jacksonville State's AC Bryant, who scored 17 points. The win improved UTEP's record to 10-15, while Jacksonville State fell to 13-11.
Elijah Jones' 16 Points and 6 Rebounds Led UTEP to a Stunning Upset
The game was tightly contested, with both teams scoring 33 points in the first half. However, UTEP's 36 points in the second half was the difference, as they outscored Jacksonville State by 5 points in the final 20 minutes. The Gamecocks' Mostapha El Moutaouakkil added 16 points and 5 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Miners' balanced attack. UTEP's Caleb Blackwell chipped in with 16 points and 6 assists, while Kaseem Watson contributed 12 points and 8 rebounds. At halftime, the score was tied at 33-33, but UTEP's strong second-half performance ultimately led to their 69-64 victory.
The top performers for both teams were impressive, with AC Bryant leading Jacksonville State with 17 points. Elijah Jones paced UTEP with 16 points and 6 rebounds, while Caleb Blackwell added 16 points and 6 assists. For Jacksonville State, Mostapha El Moutaouakkil scored 16 points and grabbed 5 rebounds, and Jacoby Hill contributed 10 points. UTEP's Kaseem Watson was also a key contributor, scoring 12 points and pulling down 8 rebounds. The Miners' balanced attack, with three players scoring in double figures, was too much for the Gamecocks to handle.
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A closer look at the box score reveals some interesting statistics. UTEP outscored Jacksonville State 36-31 in the second half, and their 16 points in the paint was a key factor in their victory. The Miners also outrebounded the Gamecocks 38-32, with Kaseem Watson leading the way with 8 rebounds. Jacksonville State, on the other hand, struggled with turnovers, committing 14 giveaways compared to UTEP's 10. The Gamecocks' AC Bryant shot 7-14 from the field, while UTEP's Elijah Jones was 6-12.
The CHD Scout prediction model was incorrect, predicting a 74-64 victory for Jacksonville State. Instead, UTEP pulled off the upset, winning 69-64. The predicted margin of 10.4 points was also way off, as the actual margin was just 5 points. This highlights the unpredictability of college basketball and the importance of not relying solely on statistical models. The actual result was a surprise to many, and it will be interesting to see how the CHD Scout model adjusts to this upset.
This game had real consequences for both teams' resumes. For UTEP, the win marked a Quad 3 victory, which will help improve their NET ranking of 271. On the other hand, Jacksonville State suffered a Quad 4 loss, which will likely hurt their chances of making a strong case for a postseason bid. The Gamecocks' current NET ranking of 197 will likely take a hit, while UTEP's win will give them a much-needed boost. With this result, UTEP's record improved to 10-15, while Jacksonville State fell to 13-11.
The Texas at El Paso Miners want to build on this momentum as they face their next opponent, while the Jacksonville State Gamecocks will aim to bounce back from this tough loss. UTEP's next game is scheduled for [insert date], where they will face [insert opponent]. Jacksonville State will also be in action on [insert date] against [insert opponent]. Both teams want to improve their records and make a push for a strong finish to the season.