DAVIDSON, N.C. — In an exciting matchup on Tuesday night, Jayden Dawson showcased his talent by scoring 24 points, leading Loyola Chicago to a 77-69 victory against Davidson.

Dawson displayed an impressive shooting performance, hitting 7 of 13 shots from the field, including 5 out of 10 from beyond the arc, and converting 5 of 6 free throws. His efforts contributed significantly to the Ramblers’ record, improving them to 17 wins against 9 losses for the season, with an 8-5 standing in the Atlantic 10 Conference. Alongside Dawson, Des Watson added 15 points and secured four steals while Miles Rubin efficiently scored 14 points on 7 of 10 shooting.

On the other side, the Wildcats, now at 15 wins and 11 losses (5-8 in the conference), were led by Reed Bailey. Bailey had a notable game, finishing with 19 points, 14 rebounds, five assists, and two steals. Davidson also saw contributions from Connor Kochera, who scored 13 points, and Manie Joses, who registered 12 points, six rebounds, and two blocks.

The first half saw Loyola Chicago holding a narrow lead at 32-28, with Dawson scoring a total of 11 points by halftime. The pivotal moment came when Loyola Chicago ignited an 11-2 run, extending their advantage to 71-62 with just 1:11 remaining in the contest. Dawson proved crucial in the second half, contributing an additional 13 points to secure the victory.

Looking ahead, Loyola Chicago will host Dayton for their next game on Friday, while Davidson will be traveling to face Fordham on Saturday.