Winthrop Edges Radford 80-78 in Thrilling Contest

Winthrop's Logan Duncomb stole the show at The Dedmon Center, leading his team to a hard-fought 80-78 win over Radford. Duncomb's impressive performance, which included 18 points, 12 rebounds, and 5 assists, was the difference-maker in a game that saw both teams give it their all. Radford's Del Jones also had a standout game, scoring 21 points and grabbing 6 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to overcome the balanced attack of the Eagles.

The first half belonged to Winthrop, as they built a 42-36 lead behind Duncomb's 10 points and 7 rebounds. However, Radford refused to back down, and a strong second-half performance from Jones and Dennis Parker Jr., who added 20 points, kept the Highlanders in the game. Despite being outscored 42-38 in the second half, Winthrop's early lead was just enough to secure the win.

CHD Scout's pre-game prediction had Winthrop winning by 2 points, and the actual margin of victory was indeed 2 points, making the prediction spot on. The close score was a reflection of the competitive nature of the game, with both teams trading baskets and playing tenacious defense.

Kody Clouet and Kareem Rozier also made significant contributions for Winthrop, scoring 17 and 13 points, respectively. For Radford, Tyson Brown chipped in with 7 points and 10 rebounds, but the Highlanders' inability to contain Duncomb and the Eagles' supporting cast ultimately cost them the game.

This win may not have been an upset, but it was an important victory for Winthrop, as it improves their record to 17-8. The Eagles' performance will likely have a positive impact on their tournament resume, particularly given that this game was classified as a Quadrant 4 contest for them. On the other hand, Radford, now 13-12, will have to regroup after a tough loss in a Quadrant 3 game, which could have real consequences for their own tournament chances.

As the season enters its final stretch, Winthrop's ability to win close games on the road matters in their pursuit of a postseason berth. With Duncomb leading the charge, the Eagles have shown they have the talent and resilience to compete with anyone. This win will undoubtedly be a valuable addition to their tournament resume, and they want to build on this momentum in their upcoming games.