South Florida’s Three-Point Barrage Defeats East Carolina in AAC Quarterfinals
In the AAC Quarterfinals, East Carolina's men's basketball team succumbed to South Florida with a score of 81-59, despite RJ Felton's 16-point lead. South Florida's three-point shooting in the first half dominated the game, with Selton Miguel and Kobe Knox each contributing 17 points for the Bulls.
By the Numbers- Brandon Johnson recorded 15 points and 10 rebounds, marking his 11th double-double of the season.
- East Carolina falls to a 15-18 overall record and 7-11 in the AAC, while South Florida advances with a 24-6 overall record and 16-2 in the AAC.
- East Carolina's consecutive wins in the AAC tournament over the past two seasons mark a significant improvement after minimal success in prior seasons.
- RJ Felton's consistent performance led to scoring 10 or more points in 25 straight games.
- Brandon Johnson stands out as the leader among active AAC players in career double-doubles with 23, ranking eighth in program history.
Despite RJ Felton's impressive display, East Carolina couldn't overcome South Florida's strong three-point shooting, highlighting the challenges faced in key matches. The Pirates' recent progress in the AAC tournament signifies a hopeful trend for the team's future competitiveness.
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