Catawba College Indians defeated Wingate University 80-62 in the 2024 South Atlantic Conference men's basketball tournament semifinals, with Catawba improving to 21-5 and Wingate falling to 22-8.

The Big Picture

The defeat places Wingate's postseason prospects in question, awaiting news on their potential NCAA Division II tournament bid.

By the Numbers
  • Catawba shot 46% from the field, 33% from three-point range.
  • Wingate shot 38% from the field, 14% from deep.
  • Catawba outscored Wingate 50-32 in the paint.
  • Catawba scored 23 points off 21 Wingate turnovers.
State of Play
  • Wingate faces uncertainty about their postseason fate after the defeat.
  • Catawba advances with a solid performance, looking forward to further tournament play.
What's Next

Wingate will eagerly await the NCAA Division II field announcement on Sunday, with their seventh-ranking in the regional poll adding anticipation to their potential postseason bid.

Bottom Line

Catawba's victory over Wingate raises doubts about Wingate's tournament journey, while Catawba secures a decisive win to advance, underscoring the uncertainties and stakes of collegiate basketball postseason.