No. 24 Saint Louis beats St. Bonaventure 97-62 to improve to 19-1
Saint Louis continued their dominant run in the Atlantic 10 conference with a resounding 97-62 victory over St. Bonaventure. Ishan Sharma led the charge for the No. 24 ranked Billikens with an impressive 29-point performance. This win helped Saint Louis improve to a stellar 19-1 record, matching the best 20-game start in the program’s 110-year history.
The Billikens wasted no time asserting their dominance in the game, taking control early and building a commanding 58-26 lead by halftime. Trey Green contributed 15 points, while Amari McCottry chipped in with 12 to support Sharma’s scoring barrage.
One of the key factors in Saint Louis’ success was their sharpshooting from beyond the arc. The team started the game on a blistering 6 for 7 from 3-point range and finished the first half shooting an impressive 72.2% from downtown. Overall, they connected on 19 of 33 attempts from long range.
In contrast, St. Bonaventure struggled to find their rhythm, shooting just 33.3% from the field in the first half. The Bonnies’ woes extended to the 3-point line, where they managed to convert only 1 of 8 attempts in the opening half. Davonte Bowen led St. Bonaventure with 17 points, while Darryl Simmons II added 12 in a losing effort.
Looking ahead, Saint Louis will look to maintain their momentum as they prepare to host George Washington in their next matchup. On the other hand, St. Bonaventure will aim to bounce back when they visit Duquesne in their upcoming game.
Overall, Saint Louis showcased their offensive firepower and efficiency in this lopsided victory, further solidifying their status as a top contender in the Atlantic 10 conference. Fans of college basketball can stay updated on the latest AP Top 25 rankings and news by signing up for alerts and updates on the AP News website or mobile app.
