In the SUNYAC men's basketball tournament semifinals, nationally fifth-ranked Oswego staged a remarkable comeback, overcoming a 13-point deficit in the second half to defeat fourth-seeded Cortland 76-68, ending Cortland's season with a 15-12 record.

By the Numbers
  • Oswego's record: 25-1
  • Kendall Arcuri (Cortland): 14 points, 10 rebounds
  • Jaylan Warmack (Cortland): 14 points, 5 assists, 5 rebounds
  • Ahkee Anderson (Oswego): 28 points, 7 rebounds
  • Jeremiah Sparks (Oswego): 18 points, 6 rebounds
State of Play
  • Cortland led most of the first half, with a 40-28 advantage before halftime.
  • Oswego mounted a comeback in the second half, taking the lead at 63-62 with 6:27 left.
  • The Lakers sealed the win with a 76-68 score, representing their largest lead of the night.
Bottom Line

Oswego's strong comeback and eventual victory over Cortland in the SUNYAC semifinals showcase the unpredictable nature of college basketball tournaments where leads can quickly change, leading to a definitive outcome in the final moments of the game.