Mount St Marys defeats PSU Brandywine 73-42
Mount St Marys Dominates PSU Brandywine in Statement Win
The Mount St Marys men's basketball team sent a clear message on Sunday night, delivering a convincing 73-42 victory over visiting PSU Brandywine at Knott Arena.
The home team took control of the game from the onset, building a 39-26 halftime lead that would ultimately prove insurmountable. The largest margin of the contest was 32 points early in the second half, as Mount St Marys continued to roll with ease.
While PSU Brandywine struggled to find its footing on offense, Mount St Marys' balanced attack proved too much for the visitors to handle. The home team shot 48.0% from the field and made 71.4% of their two-point attempts, while PSU Brandywine managed just 28.0% shooting.
Mount St Marys' defense was also a key factor in the victory, holding PSU Brandywine to just six points in the paint and forcing 28 turnovers. The home team's 36.8% offensive rebounding rate further highlighted their dominance on the glass.
In contrast, PSU Brandywine's turnover woes were a major contributor to its struggles. The visitors committed 28 turnovers, which PSU Brandywine was able to capitalize on with 31 points off turnovers.
Game Statistics
Mount St Marys (HOME)
* Field Goals: 30/63 (48.0%)
* 2-Point FG: 20/28 (71.4%)
* 3-Point FG: 10/35 (29.0%)
* Free Throws: 3/7 (43.0%)
* Rebounds: 38
* Assists: 26
* Turnovers: 15
* Steals: 17
* Blocks: 7
* Total Fouls: 8
PSU Brandywine (AWAY)
* Field Goals: 14/50 (28.0%)
* 2-Point FG: 4/25 (16.0%)
* 3-Point FG: 10/25 (40.0%)
* Free Throws: 4/4 (100.0%)
* Rebounds: 33
* Assists: 13
* Turnovers: 28
* Steals: 6
* Blocks: 1
* Total Fouls: 9
The win marks a significant statement for Mount St Marys, who will look to build on this momentum in the coming weeks.