SMU defeats C Arkansas 99-82
SMU Pulls Away from Arkansas in Moody Coliseum
In a non-conference matchup that showcased the strengths of both teams, SMU (Moody Coliseum) emerged victorious with a 99-82 win over visiting C Arkansas.
The home team took control of the game early, leading at halftime by a margin of four points. The largest lead SMU held during the contest was 20 points, as they outscored their visitors in every quarter.
SMU's balanced attack proved too much for the Razorbacks to handle. The Mustangs shot an efficient 59% from the field, including 82.9% accuracy on two-point attempts and 33.0% success on three-pointers. C Arkansas struggled to contain SMU's offense, allowing them to score at a rate of 57.4% and shoot 46.0% from beyond the arc.
The visitors' inability to keep pace with SMU's hot shooting led to their downfall. C Arkansas shot just 48.0% on field goals and 46.0% from three-point range, while committing 15 turnovers that SMU capitalized on for points off turnover play.
Top Performer:
Junior guard Isaiah Moore , who scored a team-high 22 points, was the top performer for C Arkansas. Despite his efforts, he was unable to lead his team to victory, and his performance will be crucial in assessing how Arkansas can improve its offense moving forward.
The Mustangs' balanced attack was fueled by six players scoring in double figures, with senior guard Jalen Lewis chipping in 18 points. Lewis's ability to create for himself and others off the dribble proved invaluable for SMU.
This win marks a significant milestone for SMU, who now sits at 4-2 on the season. The Mustangs' victory over C Arkansas demonstrates their growing strength as a team, while also providing a challenge for Arkansas to rebuild and improve its own performance.
Game Flow:
The game's outcome was never in doubt after halftime, as SMU extended its lead and outscored C Arkansas 48-35 in the second half. The Mustangs' largest lead of the contest came at one point when they led by 20 points, further underscoring their dominance.
Post-Game Analysis:
In a game that highlighted the strengths of both teams, SMU emerged victorious with its balanced attack and ability to contain C Arkansas's offense. With this win, SMU continues to build momentum as it heads into its upcoming schedule.