Bradley defeats Indiana St 99-108

Bradley Edges Indiana St in Thrilling Comeback Victory

A 9-Point Margin Sufficient for the Braves' Win

In a highly competitive conference matchup, visiting team Bradley (AWAY) pulled off an impressive comeback to secure a 108-99 win over host Indiana St (HOME) at the Hulman Center on December 19th.

The game's primary storyline revolved around Indiana St's five-point halftime lead, which Bradley erased in thrilling fashion. The Braves trailed 41-36 at intermission but exploded for 38 points in the second half to take a 74-66 advantage heading into the final minutes. Bradley continued its momentum, outscoring the Sycamores by 10 points over the last five minutes to seal the victory.

Bradley's top scorer was Alex Huibregtse with 21 points from beyond the arc (4-9 3PT), while Corey Thomas contributed 14 rebounds and 9 points. Jaquan Johnson led the team in assists with 4, as well as 20 points and 1 rebound.

Indiana St's Ian Scott delivered a strong performance, posting 24 points, 12 rebounds, and 2 three-pointers made (58.3% FG). Xavier Hall chipped in with 16 points, 5 assists, and 5 rebounds.

The game featured balanced teams across the board, as both squads shot at a high clip from the field. Bradley's eFG% was 51.1%, while Indiana St's came in at 49.3%. The Braves' advantage in points off turnovers (16) proved to be crucial in their comeback victory.

Bradley's win keeps its ranking relevant for conference standing, but more importantly this game showcases potential playoff contender status moving forward.