Billikens Dominate Bonnies in Commanding Victory
In a commanding performance, the 24th-ranked Saint Louis Billikens triumphed over St. Bonaventure with a resounding 97-62 victory on Friday in Olean, New York. This win marks a significant milestone for the Billikens as they matched their best start in a 20-game season in the program’s storied 110-year history, tying the record set by the 1993-94 team.
Standout Performances
Ishan Sharma emerged as a standout player, scoring an impressive 29 points, including six out of seven attempts from beyond the arc in the first half, where he contributed 18 points alone. The Billikens took control of the game early, jumping to a 10-2 lead while showcasing their shooting prowess with a remarkable 72.2% success rate on 3-point shots in the first half, finishing the game with 19 successful 3-pointers out of 33 attempts.
Trey Green supported Sharma by adding 15 points, while Amari McCottry chipped in 12 points as part of an offensive display that left the Bonnies trailing, with a staggering halftime score of 58-26. In contrast, the Bonnies struggled significantly, shooting just 33.3% from the field and a mere 12.5% from 3-point range over the same span. Davonte Bowen led St. Bonaventure with 17 points, with Darryl Simmons II contributing another 12.
Current Standings and Upcoming Games
This defeat marked a continuing downturn for the Bonnies, who have now lost six of their last seven outings, leaving them with a record of 12-8 overall and 1-6 in the Atlantic 10 Conference.
Looking ahead, the Billikens will face George Washington in their next game on Tuesday, while St. Bonaventure is set to visit Duquesne on Wednesday.
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