Campbell defeats William & Mary 84-83

The Campbell Fighting Camels pulled off a stunning 84-83 upset over the William and Mary Tribe, a team ranked 93 spots higher in the NET rankings, with William and Mary sitting at 113 and Campbell at 206. This win was a significant shock, considering Campbell's recent form, where they had averaged 78 points per game over their last 5 outings, while allowing 74 points per game, outscoring their opponents by a mere 4 points on average. In contrast, William and Mary had been on a tear, averaging 85.4 points per game over their last 5 games, while allowing 81.4 points per game, also outscoring their opponents by 4 points on average. The Tribe had also lost 3 of their last 5 games, but their high-powered offense had many predicting a comfortable win over the Camels. However, Jeremiah Johnson had other plans, scoring 32 points, grabbing 7 rebounds, and dishing out 7 assists to lead his team to victory.

The first half was a back-and-forth affair, with William & Mary taking a 43-35 lead into the break. The Tribe's Reese Miller was unstoppable, scoring 15 of his 26 points in the first half, including 3 three-pointers. However, Campbell's Cam Gregory and DJ Smith combined for 20 points in the first half, keeping the Camels within striking distance. The second half saw Campbell come out strong, with Johnson scoring 10 points in the first 5 minutes to tie the game at 50-50. The Camels would go on to outscore the Tribe 49-40 in the second half, with Johnson scoring 17 of his 32 points in the final 20 minutes. William and Mary's Jo'el Emanuel and Kyle Pulliam combined for 19 points in the second half, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Camels' balanced attack.

The star performers in this game were undoubtedly Johnson, Miller, and Gregory. Johnson's 32 points were a game-high, and his 7 rebounds and 7 assists were crucial in the Camels' victory. Miller's 26 points were impressive, but he disappeared in the second half, scoring only 11 points. Gregory's 16 points were a welcome addition to the Camels' offense, and his 5 rebounds helped to limit the Tribe's second-chance opportunities. DJ Smith also chipped in with 16 points, including 4 three-pointers, to help the Camels pull off the upset. The Camels' bench also outscored the Tribe's bench 15-10, with 10 of those points coming in the second half.

The CHD Scout prediction had William & Mary winning by 8.1 points, but the actual result was a 1-point victory for Campbell. This upset can be attributed to the Camels' ability to limit the Tribe's high-powered offense, which had been averaging 85.4 points per game over their last 5 outings. The Camels' defense held the Tribe to 83 points, 2.4 points below their average over the last 5 games. Additionally, the Camels' offense, which had been averaging 78 points per game over their last 5 outings, was able to score 84 points against the Tribe, 6 points above their average over the last 5 games.

The CHD Scout prediction was wrong, and it can be attributed to the model underestimating the Camels' ability to defend against the Tribe's high-powered offense. The model also overestimated the Tribe's ability to score, predicting a score of 83-75 in favor of the Tribe. However, the Camels' defense was able to hold the Tribe to 83 points, and their offense was able to score 84 points, resulting in a 1-point victory for the Camels. The model missed the fact that the Camels had been playing well over their last 5 games, averaging 78 points per game and allowing 74 points per game, and that they had the talent and depth to compete with the Tribe.

The win for Campbell is a significant boost to their resume, especially considering it was a Quadrant 3 game. The Camels had previously lost to the Tribe by 10 points earlier in the season, but this win shows that they are capable of competing with teams ranked higher than them. The loss for William & Mary is a setback, especially considering they had been playing well over their last 5 games. The Tribe's NET ranking will likely take a hit, and they must regroup and refocus for their next game. The Tribe's recent trend of averaging 85.4 points per game over their last 5 games will be put to the test in their next outing, as they look to bounce back from this tough loss.

The win for Campbell is a significant boost to their tournament picture, as it shows that they are capable of competing with teams ranked higher than them. The Camels' NET ranking will likely improve, and they want to build on this momentum in their next game. The loss for William & Mary is a setback, but it's not a devastating blow to their tournament hopes. The Tribe's NET ranking will likely take a hit, but they still have a strong resume and want to regroup and refocus for their next game. The Tribe's quad 3 loss will be a concern, but they have a strong enough resume to absorb the loss and still be in contention for a tournament bid. The Camels' win will likely move them up in the NET rankings, and they want to build on this momentum to make a push for a tournament bid.

The Campbell Fighting Camels' upset win over the William and Mary Tribe is a significant shock, and it will have implications for both teams' tournament pictures. The Camels' ability to defend against the Tribe's high-powered offense and their balanced attack on offense were the key factors in their victory. The Tribe's loss is a setback, but they still have a strong resume and want to regroup and refocus for their next game. The Camels' win is a significant boost to their resume, and they want to build on this momentum to make a push for a tournament bid. With 5 games left in the regular season, the Camels must continue to play well to have a chance at a tournament bid, while the Tribe must regroup and refocus to ensure they don't let this loss derail their season. The Camels' 13-14 record must improve if they want to be considered for a tournament bid, but this win is a step in the right direction. The Tribe's 16-11 record is still strong, but they must be careful not to let this loss start a downward trend.