MONROE, La. — In an exciting matchup on Saturday, Robert Davis Jr. showcased an impressive performance with 32 points, leading Old Dominion to an 80-75 victory over UL Monroe in overtime.

Davis’s shooting was remarkable, as he converted 8 out of 17 attempts from the field, including a remarkable 7-for-14 from beyond the arc. He also made 9 out of 12 attempts from the free-throw line. His teammates contributed as well, with Sean Durugordon adding 15 points—shooting 4 of 11 from the field and making all six of his free throws—while also grabbing five rebounds. R.J. Blakney chipped in with 11 points, hitting 5 of 11 shots, although he struggled with his 3-point shooting, missing all four attempts from long range.

The Monarchs were in a favorable position towards the end of the regulation, leading 68-63 with just 21 seconds remaining. However, the Warhawks fought back with a crucial 3-pointer from Jacob Wilson, followed by a steal from Jalen Bolden. Bolden helped tie the game with two successful free throws, pushing the contest into overtime.

During the extra period, Davis stepped up to nail a 3-pointer that tied the game with 1:09 left on the clock. Old Dominion’s defense held strong, as they prevented the Warhawks from scoring during the final 97 seconds of the game, ultimately sealing their victory.

On the other side, UL Monroe was led by Wilson, who delivered a solid performance with 23 points, six rebounds, and three steals. Bolden contributed with 17 points along with two steals, while Tyreese Watson rounded out the scoring with 14 points and six assists.

In conclusion, this thrilling overtime victory improved Old Dominion’s record to 4-8 overall, marking their first win in the Sun Belt Conference at 1-0, while UL Monroe fell to 4-10 and 0-1 in their conference play.