Milwaukee's Chandler Jackson stole the show at The Jungle, leading his team to a 92-88 victory over IU Indianapolis. Jackson's impressive performance, which included 25 points and 8 rebounds, was the deciding factor in the game. Despite being predicted to lose by CHD Scout, who had IU Indianapolis winning by 4.7 points, Milwaukee won, outscoring their opponents 53-45 in the second half.
Chandler Jackson's 25 Points Mark His 5th 20-Point Game of the Season
The first half saw IU Indianapolis take a 43-39 lead, with Maguire Mitchell scoring 12 of his 23 points in the period. However, Milwaukee's offense caught fire in the second half, with Jackson and Amar Augillard combining for 25 points. IU Indianapolis's Kyler D'Augustino and Jaxon Edwards tried to keep pace, scoring 22 and 17 points respectively, but it wasn't enough to overcome Milwaukee's onslaught.
The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading baskets and neither able to gain a significant advantage. However, Milwaukee's bench outscored IU Indianapolis's 24-15, providing a crucial boost to their offense. Stevie Elam's 14 points off the bench were particularly important, as he helped to stretch IU Indianapolis's defense and create openings for Jackson and Augillard.
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CHD Scout's prediction of an IU Indianapolis win by 4.7 points was incorrect, as Milwaukee's strong second-half performance secured the win. The actual score of 92-88 was much higher than the predicted score of 82-77, highlighting the offensive prowess of both teams.
This win is a significant boost to Milwaukee's resume, as they secured a Quadrant 4 win on the road. While it may not be a marquee victory, it's an important one for a team looking to build momentum heading into the final stretch of the season. For IU Indianapolis, the loss is a tough one to swallow, as it drops them to 7-19 on the season and deals a blow to their already slim tournament hopes. This game was also a Quadrant 4 loss for IU Indianapolis, which will likely hurt their chances of earning a postseason berth.
The win improves Milwaukee's record to 10-17, and while they still have a long way to go, this victory shows that they have the potential to compete with teams like IU Indianapolis. With Jackson and Augillard leading the charge, Milwaukee want to build on this win and make a push for a stronger finish to the season.