Bleu Devils Complete HBCUAC Crossover Undefeated with Win Over Fisk
| Final | 1 | 2 | T |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Dillard (LA)
11-5, 7-2
|
39 | 48 | 87 |
|
Fisk (TN)
6-17, 4-7
|
42 | 36 | 78 |
Team Stats
Fisk (TN)
| Game Statistics | Dillard (LA) | Fisk (TN) |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | (34-68) | (27-77) |
| Field Goal % | 50.0% | 35.1% |
| Rebounds | 48 | 42 |
| Assists | 19 | 19 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 8 |
| Pts off Turnovers | 9 | 12 |
| 2nd Chance Pts | 16 | 16 |
| Pts in the Paint | 48 | 22 |
| Fastbreak Pts | 14 | 16 |
| Bench Pts | 31 | 9 |
NEW ORLEANS–In a hard-fought matchup between Dillard (LA) and Fisk (TN) on January 7, 2025, Dillard came out on top with a final score of 87-78. The game, held at Birthright Alumni Arena, saw Dillard improve their record to 11-5 overall and 7-2 in conference play.
Dillard's Khalif Allim led the team with 23 points, 9 rebounds and 6 blocks off the bench while Tory Cargo provided a significant contribution with 17 points and 13 rebounds. Dillard shot an impressive 50% from the field and 36.4% from three-point range.
On the other side, Fisk's Michael Ashley had a standout performance with 21 points and 21 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to secure the win. Fisk struggled with their shooting, only making 35.1% of their field goal attempts and 37.5% of their three-point attempts.
Overall, Dillard's balanced scoring and efficient shooting proved to be the difference in this matchup. With this win, Dillard continues to make a strong case for themselves in conference play, showcasing their depth and talent on the court. The Bleu Devils will be back in action on the Battlefield Jan. 24 at 7:00 p.m. against the SUNO Knights.
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