Duncomb Dominates as Winthrop Tops Presbyterian 82-72

Logan Duncomb stole the show at the Templeton Center, leading Winthrop to a decisive 82-72 win over Presbyterian. The Eagles' star big man poured in 38 points and grabbed 15 rebounds, outdueling Presbyterian's top scorer Carl Parrish, who finished with 18 points. Duncomb's dominating performance was the difference-maker in a game that saw both teams trade baskets for much of the evening.

Winthrop took control early, building a 36-28 halftime lead behind Duncomb's 19 first-half points. The Eagles' advantage ballooned to as many as 12 points midway through the second half, but Presbyterian refused to back down. Jonah Pierce, who chipped in 15 points and 10 rebounds for the Blue Hose, helped spark a late surge that trimmed the deficit to 7 points with just over 5 minutes remaining. However, Duncomb and the Eagles' supporting cast, including Seifeldin Hendawy and Kareem Rozier, who added 12 and 11 points, respectively, were too much for Presbyterian to overcome.

CHD Scout's pre-game prediction had Winthrop winning by 3.2 points, but the Eagles exceeded expectations, winning by a comfortable 10-point margin. The victory was a reflection of Winthrop's depth and Duncomb's ability to take over games. While Parrish and the Blue Hose put up a valiant effort, they ultimately couldn't keep pace with the Eagles' high-powered offense.

The win improves Winthrop's record to 15-8, while Presbyterian falls to 11-11. In terms of tournament implications, this result won't significantly alter either team's trajectory. For Winthrop, the victory is a Quad 4 win, which, while not particularly impressive, still helps to bolster their resume. On the other hand, Presbyterian's loss is a Quad 3 defeat, which won't hurt their chances drastically but won't provide much of a boost either.

As the season enters its final stretch, Winthrop want to build on this momentum, while Presbyterian will aim to regroup and make a push for a strong finish. Duncomb's performance will undoubtedly be a talking point in the Eagles' locker room, and his teammates want to feed off his energy in upcoming games. With their sights set on a potential tournament bid, Winthrop must continue to lean on Duncomb's dominant play to propel them through the remainder of the season. This win, while not a marquee victory, is a crucial step in the right direction for the Eagles, and they'll look to keep their momentum going as they chase a postseason spot.