Dayton defeats North Florida 84-61

Dayton Dominates North Florida in Statement Win

The University of Dayton (UD) Arena was electric on Sunday as the Flyers hosted the University of North Florida (UNF) in a non-conference matchup. The end result was a resounding 84-61 victory for the home team, showcasing their dominance and sending a statement to the rest of the conference.

At halftime, the Flyers led by a comfortable margin of 46-23, setting the tone for a convincing win. However, it wasn't just the first half that showcased Dayton's prowess – they continued to pull away in the second half, eventually building a 23-point lead.

The performance was spearheaded by De'Shayne Montgomery, who scored 23 points on 4-4 three-point shooting and 90% field goal percentage. He also snagged 14 rebounds and dished out two assists.

Dayton's Amaël L'Etang played a key role in the win, contributing 14 points and 14 rebounds, while Jordan Derkack added five assists and two points off the bench.

North Florida struggled to find its footing, with Kamrin Oriol leading the charge. He scored 12 points but shot just 28.6% from the field.

The Flyers' balanced attack was on full display, as they shot 52.0% from the field and outrebounded their opponents 43-37. Their ability to limit North Florida's fast break opportunities further highlighted their defensive prowess.

The advanced metrics corroborated Dayton's strong performance. The Flyers boasted an effective field goal percentage of 58.5%, a true shooting percentage of 57.9%, and a turnover ratio of 13.0%.

For North Florida, the loss marked their first on the road this season, and it comes as a setback in their non-conference schedule. The team will look to regroup and bounce back against future opponents.

In the end, Dayton's convincing victory served as a statement win for the program, showcasing its potential for success in the conference.