The second-seeded Wingate University Bulldogs advance to the SAC Tournament semifinals after defeating seventh-seeded Anderson University 79-68 in the quarterfinals of the 2024 South Atlantic Conference men's basketball tournament. Wingate improved to 22-7 overall, while Anderson fell to 15-14 on the season.

By the Numbers
  • Wingate shot 46% from the field and 36% from three-point range.
  • Anderson shot 49% from the field but only 14% from beyond the arc.
  • Wingate went 31-for-37 at the free throw line, while Anderson was six-for-nine.
  • Anderson held a 34-29 rebounding advantage and a 12-2 edge in second-chance points.
  • The Bulldogs scored 20 points off 15 Anderson turnovers.
State of Play
  • Wingate will play in the SAC Tournament semifinals on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. in Rock Hill.
  • The Bulldogs will face the winner of the Catawba vs. Coker game.
  • The SAC Tournament is being held at the Rock Hill Sports and Event Center.
What's Next

Wingate faces the winner of Catawba vs. Coker in the SAC Tourney semifinals on Thursday. The victor of that game proceeds to the SAC title game on Friday at 7 p.m.

Bottom Line

Wingate's victory propels them to the SAC Tournament semifinals, positioning them for a shot at the championship game as they demonstrate strength and determination on the court.