Troy's Theo Seng stole the show at Chartway Arena, leading his team to an 83-77 win over Old Dominion. Seng's impressive double-double, consisting of 24 points and 14 rebounds, was the driving force behind Troy's victory. The Trojans' win was predicted by CHD Scout, who forecasted a 7-point margin of victory - a prediction that nearly came to fruition as Troy emerged with a 6-point win.
The first half saw both teams trading baskets, with neither able to gain a significant advantage. At halftime, the score was knotted at 35-35, setting the stage for a intense second half. Old Dominion's KC Shaw was unstoppable, pouring in 34 points to keep his team in contention. However, Shaw's efforts were ultimately overshadowed by Seng's dominant performance. Victor Valdes chipped in with 21 points for Troy, while Thomas Dowd added 12 points and 15 rebounds to help seal the win.
Despite Shaw's impressive outing, Old Dominion was unable to overcome Troy's balanced attack. Jordan Battle contributed 16 points and 9 rebounds for the Monarchs, while LJ Thomas added 12 points. However, it was not enough to overcome the Trojans' depth and athleticism. As the game wore on, Troy's advantage became apparent, with the visitors pulling away in the final minutes to secure the 6-point victory.
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The win was a reflection of Troy's resilience and ability to close out games. The Trojans' victory also marked a successful prediction by CHD Scout, who correctly forecasted a Troy win by 7 points. While the actual margin was slightly narrower, the outcome was never truly in doubt as Troy asserted their dominance in the second half.
This result has real consequences for both teams' tournament resumes. For Old Dominion, the loss represents a Quad 3 defeat, which may hinder their already slim postseason hopes. The Monarchs, currently ranked 250th in the net rankings, must regroup and refocus if they hope to make a late push for a tournament berth. On the other hand, Troy's win is classified as a Quad 4 victory, which, while not particularly impressive, still pads their win total and keeps them in the mix for a potential at-large bid. With a current net ranking of 106, the Trojans want to build on this momentum and continue to bolster their tournament resume in the coming weeks.