Bleu Devils Knock off the Ambassadors in Huntsville

Huntsville, AL- Dillard emerged victorious in a basketball matchup against Oakwood (AL) on January 13, 2024. The final score was 71-58 in favor of Dillard. 

Dillard's performance was led by Tory Cargo, who scored 19 points and grabbed 10 rebounds. Cargo was a dominant force on the court, contributing to his team's victory. Armond Williams also had an impressive game, scoring 14 points and making valuable contributions to his team's offense.

Oakwood's Judelin Prophete was the top performer for his team, scoring 20 points and making four steals. Despite his efforts, Oakwood couldn't secure a win against Dillard.

Both teams had their fair share of turnovers, with Dillard committing 15 turnovers and Oakwood committing 12. However, Dillard managed to capitalize on their opponent's mistakes and come out on top.

Dillard's shooting percentage was 41.7%, while Oakwood's shooting percentage was slightly higher at 42.9%. However, Dillard's three-point shooting percentage was only 26.3%, compared to Oakwood's 18.8%. Dillard's ability to convert free throws played a significant role in their victory, as they had a free throw percentage of 76.2%.

Overall, Dillard's strong performance and ability to capitalize on their opponent's mistakes led them to a well-deserved victory. Oakwood put up a good fight but ultimately fell short. The game showcased the talent and skill of both teams and provided an exciting matchup for the attendees. Dillard will look to add two more conference wins this weekend when they face off against Wiley University and Philander Smith University. Dillard split the series earlier this season and will look to avenge the loss to Wiley. 

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