Wesleyan vs. Trinity: NESCAC Quarterfinal Matchup and Team Stats Revelation
The seven-seed Wesleyan men's basketball team is set to face two-seed Trinity in the NESCAC Tournament quarterfinal round. Wesleyan, making their 16th tournament appearance, looks to secure their third title. They will compete against Trinity, with a record of 23-1, known for their elite defense. Wesleyan's high-scoring offense, led by Shane Regan, presents a formidable challenge. The teams previously met in a close match, with Wesleyan losing by just two points in overtime.
By the Numbers- Wesleyan's highest-scoring offense averages 80 points per game, with Shane Regan leading the NESCAC in scoring with 19.3 points per game.
- Wesleyan has attempted 449 free throws this season, leading the NESCAC, and also leads in assists (17.2) and steals (9.1) per game.
- Wesleyan, the seven-seed, faces Trinity, the two-seed, in the NESCAC quarterfinal round.
- Trinity boasts a 23-1 record and is known for its elite defense, ranking 1st nationally in scoring defense and scoring margin.
- Wesleyan's previous loss to Trinity was a closely contested match, with the lead changing hands or being tied 17 times in the final 11:36 of regulation.
Wesleyan's high-scoring offense faces a formidable challenge against Trinity's elite defense in the NESCAC quarterfinal round, following a closely contested previous encounter that ended in an overtime defeat.
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