Bethune defeats Florida A&M 87-83
Bethune Pulls Off Thrilling 87-83 Victory Over Florida A&M in Conference Showdown
In a heart-stopping contest that left fans on the edge of their seats, Bethune (HOME) emerged victorious over visiting Florida A&M with an 87-83 win at Moore Gymnasium. The home team's clutch performance was highlighted by standout performances from Arterio Morris and Tyler Andrews.
At halftime, Bethune led 48-36, but the visitors refused to back down, fighting their way back into the game. The two teams traded baskets in the second half, with Florida A&M trailing by as many as four points at one point before making a late push. In the end, it was not enough, and Bethune seized the win.
Top Performers
For Bethune, Arterio Morris led the charge with 20 points on 50% shooting from the field, while Tyler Andrews chipped in with seven rebounds and 20 points of his own. Seneca Willoughby provided a spark off the bench with four assists and three points.
Florida A&M's Jaquan Sanders was a one-man show, scoring 22 points on 42.1% shooting from the field. Micah Octave contributed nine rebounds and 11 points, while Jaquan Sanders added three assists and four rebounds.
Key Statistics
Bethune's 58.7 eFG percentage was a significant factor in their win, as they converted 28 of 52 field goal attempts. The team also excelled on the glass, outrebounding Florida A&M 25-21. On defense, Bethune allowed 41% shooting from three-point range.
Florida A&M's 61.3 true shooting percentage was a testament to their ability to score efficiently. However, they struggled with turnovers, committing 11 in the game.
Game Flow
The largest lead of the game belonged to Bethune, who held a 13-point advantage at one point in the second half. Florida A&M's biggest lead came when they trailed by just two points with over five minutes remaining. The visitors made one final push, but it was too little, too late.
Advanced Statistics
Bethune's 65.4 free throw rate and 19.4 offensive rebound percentage were key factors in their success. On the other hand, Florida A&M struggled with turnovers, committing 15.9% of their possessions.
In terms of advanced statistics, Bethune's true shooting percentage of 65.0 was a significant advantage over Florida A&M's 61.3 mark.
Conclusion
The 87-83 win marked a thrilling conference victory for Bethune, who demonstrated their ability to close out games down the stretch. For Florida A&M, it was a tough loss that could have gone either way. With both teams showing flashes of brilliance throughout the contest, this one will be remembered as a game for the ages.