FGCU Dominates UNF, Secures ASUN Tourney Bid Led by Isaiah Thompson
Isaiah Thompson set a new career-high with eight made 3-pointers as Florida Gulf Coast University defeated the University of North Florida, 79-60, in Jacksonville, Fla., clinching a bid to the 2024 Atlantic Sun Conference Championship. The Eagles sit in a tie for sixth in the ASUN standings with a chance to secure the No. 6 seed by winning against Jacksonville while needing North Alabama to lose at Central Arkansas.
By the Numbers- Isaiah Thompson made eight 3-pointers in the game.
- FGCU connected on nine 3-pointers as a team in the first half.
- UNF was held to 36.4 percent (20-of-55) shooting from the field.
- FGCU is tied for sixth in the ASUN standings.
- A win in the upcoming game could secure the No. 6 seed for FGCU in the tournament.
- Next game is a Friday night battle against Jacksonville, with tip-off at 7 p.m.
FGCU will face Jacksonville in a challenging game and would need to defend and rebound well, aiming to secure a favorable position in the conference tournament.
Bottom LineIsaiah Thompson's exceptional performance, along with the team's strong defense and 3-point shooting, led Florida Gulf Coast University to a crucial victory, positioning them for a chance to secure a favorable seeding in the upcoming conference tournament.
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