Drexel defeats Stony Brook 56-37

Drexel Dominates Stony Brook in Conference Showdown

The Drexel Dragons proved they're a force to be reckoned with on their home court, defeating the Stony Brook Seawolves 56-37 in a tightly contested conference matchup at the Daskalakis Athletic Center.

With the game tied at 30-22 at halftime, it seemed like anyone's game. However, the Dragons' superior depth and bench play took over in the second half, allowing them to build a 19-point lead that Stony Brook couldn't claw back from.

For Drexel, Dillon Tingler led the way with 13 points on 2-3 three-point shooting, while Victor Panov chipped in with 11 points and 8 rebounds. Eli Beard rounded out the top performers for the Dragons with 4 assists and 8 points of his own.

Stony Brook's Erik Pratt had 13 points but struggled from beyond the arc, shooting just 1-4 from three-point range. Richard Goods led the Seawolves in rebounding with 8 boards, but they were unable to overcome their dismal 20% field goal percentage.

The difference in shooting efficiency was stark between the two teams. Drexel's true shooting percentage (52.4%) and effective field goal percentage (49.0%) were significantly higher than Stony Brook's (29.0% eFG%, 24.6% FG%). The Dragons' ability to make shots from inside and outside the arc proved decisive, while the Seawolves struggled to find their range.

The final margin of 19 points was a testament to Drexel's home-court advantage, which has been a staple of their success this season. The Dragons' superior performance in conference play has them firmly in the mix for an NCAA tournament berth, while Stony Brook will need to regroup and refocus if they hope to compete with the top teams in the Colonial Athletic Association.

In the end, it was Drexel's well-rounded effort that proved too much for Stony Brook. The Dragons' balanced attack and stifling defense allowed them to outlast their opponents, securing a crucial conference win in the process.