#9 Dillard Upset GCAC #1 Seed Tougaloo
| Final | 1 | 2 | T |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Dillard (LA)
13-15
|
45 | 50 | 95 |
|
Tougaloo (MS)
23-6
|
33 | 44 | 77 |
Team Stats
Tougaloo (MS)
| Game Statistics | Dillard (LA) | Tougaloo (MS) |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | (32-54) | (25-63) |
| Field Goal % | 59.3% | 39.7% |
| Rebounds | 36 | 33 |
| Assists | 19 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 19 | 12 |
| Pts off Turnovers | 18 | 24 |
| 2nd Chance Pts | 13 | 17 |
| Pts in the Paint | 32 | 38 |
| Fastbreak Pts | 0 | 8 |
| Bench Pts | 29 | 45 |
Tuscaloos, AL - In a thrilling matchup between Dillard and Tougaloo on February 29, 2024, Dillard emerged victorious with a final score of 95-77. Dillard's strong offensive performance, shooting 59.3% from the field and 65.0% from beyond the arc, propelled them to the win.
Leading the charge for Dillard was Justin Warren, who scored 25 points and dished out 5 assists. Devin Lewis and Tory Cargo also made significant contributions, scoring 16 and 15 points respectively. Dillard's teamwork and efficient shooting were key factors in their success.
On the other side, Tougaloo put up a valiant effort, with Jeremiah Miller leading the team with 14 points. However, their shooting struggles, particularly from three-point, hindered their ability to keep up with Dillard.
Overall, Dillard's impressive offensive display and solid teamwork secured them the win over Tougaloo. This victory serves as a testament to Dillard's skill and determination on the basketball court. Dillard will take on the winner of the Wiley/Fisk game in Semifial 2 at March 2, 2024, time slated for 7 pm.
-Bleu Devils-