Samford defeats Bryan (TN) 106-51

Bryan (TN) Dominates Samford in 55-Point Blowout at Pete Hanna Center

A Statement Win for the Bulldogs

In a non-conference matchup that was as lopsided as it was anticipated, Bryan (TN) brought its high-powered offense to the Pete Hanna Center on Tuesday evening and left the Bulldogs of Samford reeling. The final score: 106-51.

From the opening tip, it was clear that this game would be a statement win for the visiting team. Samford took an early 60-18 lead at halftime, setting the tone for a night that would see Bryan (TN) build on that cushion and never look back.

The difference in field goal percentages between the two teams was staggering. Samford shot 55% from the field, including 65.4% from beyond the arc, while Bryan (TN) struggled with just 32%, making only 20% of its three-point attempts.

Jerry Taylor Jr. led Bryan (TN) in scoring with nine points, but it was a collective effort that allowed the visiting team to keep up with Samford's torrid pace. DJ Ham grabbed five rebounds and chipped in four points off the bench, while Riley Holliman dished out four assists.

For Samford, Jadin Booth led the charge with 19 points, hitting six of nine three-point attempts at a 66.7% clip. Dylan Faulkner added eight rebounds, 16 points, and two steals to round out the top performers for the Bulldogs.

In terms of advanced statistics, the difference between the two teams was stark. Samford boasted an effective field goal percentage (eFG%) of 68.8%, while Bryan (TN) struggled with just 36%. The visiting team also committed a significant number of turnovers, which Samford capitalized on to score points off.

As the final buzzer sounded, it was clear that this game would be remembered for its lopsided nature rather than any dramatic comeback or thrilling finish. For Bryan (TN), it was a statement win that showed its ability to compete with top-tier opponents.