Tarleton St defeats Miss Valley St 64-88

Tarleton St Dominates Miss Valley St in 24-Point Blowout

The R.W. Harrison HPER Complex was the stage for a statement win by Tarleton St as they took down host Miss Valley St 88-64 in non-conference action on Wednesday night.

At halftime, the visiting Golden Eagles held a slim 43-40 advantage, but it wasn't long before Tarleton St's offense found its rhythm. The second half saw the home Cowboys struggle to contain the high-powered attack, as Tarleton St expanded their lead to 29 points by the end of the third quarter.

Michael James led the way for Miss Valley St with 27 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists, but it wasn't enough to overcome the dominant performance of Dior Johnson, who scored 27 points for Tarleton St. Leroy Kelly IV chipped in with 8 rebounds and 5 points off the bench.

The game's advanced statistics paint a clear picture of the mismatch between the two teams. Tarleton St shot an impressive 57.6% from the field, while Miss Valley St struggled to contain their opponents at just 54%. The Golden Eagles also outrebounded the Cowboys by 4, but it was their fast break efficiency that truly showcased their superiority.

Tarleton St's ability to capitalize on turnovers played a significant role in their win, as they scored 36 points off Miss Valley St's 16 turnovers. The Cowboys' own turnover rate was still respectable at just 21.9%, a testament to their overall control of the game.

The blowout victory serves as a statement for Tarleton St, who will look to continue their momentum in upcoming non-conference matchups. For Miss Valley St, the tough loss comes on the heels of a long road trip and may be a setback in what is shaping up to be a challenging season.

As the Golden Eagles head back home, they'll look to bounce back from this setback and find success in the weeks ahead.