The University at Albany Great Danes secured a 77-74 win over the Binghamton Bearcats, with Amir Lindsey scoring 23 points to lead his team to victory. Lindsey's performance was instrumental in the Great Danes' success, as they outscored Binghamton 43-39 in the first half. The Bearcats' Wes Peterson Jr. put up a strong effort, scoring 18 points and grabbing 6 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Great Danes' balanced attack. University at Albany shot 45.8% from the field, while Binghamton shot 41.9%, with the Great Danes also outrebounding the Bearcats 38-32.
Amir Lindsey Scores 23 Points to Lead University at Albany to Victory
The game was closely contested throughout, with the University at Albany Great Danes taking a 43-39 lead into halftime. The Binghamton Bearcats fought back in the second half, outscoring the Great Danes 35-34, but ultimately fell short by 3 points. The Bearcats' Jackson Benigni scored 16 points, including 4 three-pointers, to help keep his team in the game. Meanwhile, the Great Danes' Okechukwu Okeke contributed 15 points and 10 rebounds, while Tarique Foster added 13 points and 6 rebounds. The Great Danes' ability to spread the ball around and get multiple players involved in the scoring was a key factor in their victory, as they had 4 players score in double figures.
Wes Peterson Jr. was the top performer for the Binghamton Bearcats, scoring 18 points and grabbing 6 rebounds. He was joined by Jackson Benigni, who scored 16 points, and Jeremiah Quigley, who scored 14 points and dished out 5 assists. For the University at Albany Great Danes, Amir Lindsey was the standout player, scoring 23 points to lead his team to victory. Okechukwu Okeke and Tarique Foster also had strong games, scoring 15 and 13 points, respectively, and combining for 16 rebounds. The Great Danes' balanced attack was a key factor in their success, as they were able to get contributions from multiple players.
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The University at Albany Great Danes outrebounded the Binghamton Bearcats 38-32, including a 24-20 edge on the defensive glass. The Great Danes also shot 45.8% from the field, compared to 41.9% for the Bearcats. The Bearcats did have an edge in three-point shooting, making 8 of 22 attempts (36.4%), while the Great Danes made 6 of 20 (30%). The Great Danes also had a slight edge in free throw shooting, making 17 of 23 attempts (73.9%), while the Bearcats made 14 of 20 (70%). The Great Danes' ability to control the boards and shoot a higher percentage from the field were key factors in their victory.
The CHD Scout predicted a University at Albany victory by 4.4 points, with a predicted score of 70-74. The actual margin of victory was 3 points, with the Great Danes winning 77-74. The prediction was correct, as the Great Danes were able to secure a hard-fought victory over the Bearcats. The CHD Scout's prediction was based on a number of factors, including the teams' respective NET rankings, with the Great Danes ranked 333 and the Bearcats ranked 362. The prediction also took into account the teams' recent performance, with the Great Danes having won 2 of their last 3 games, while the Bearcats had lost 5 of their last 6.
The victory was a Quadrant 4 win for the University at Albany Great Danes, as the Binghamton Bearcats are currently ranked 362 in the NET rankings. The loss was also a Quadrant 4 loss for the Bearcats, as the Great Danes are ranked 333. The win improves the Great Danes' record to 9-17, while the Bearcats fall to 5-22. The Great Danes' NET ranking is likely to remain relatively stable, while the Bearcats' ranking may drop slightly. The victory is an important one for the Great Danes, as they look to build momentum heading into the final stretch of the season.
The University at Albany Great Danes want to build on their victory when they host the UMBC Retrievers on February 17. The Binghamton Bearcats want to bounce back from their loss when they travel to face the Hartford Hawks on February 18. Both games matters for the teams as they look to improve their standing in their respective conferences.