NEWARK, N.J. — In an exciting matchup on Wednesday night, Isaiah Coleman played a pivotal role for Seton Hall, scoring a total of 24 points, which included a crucial 3-pointer that tied the game with just 4.5 seconds remaining in regulation. Dylan Addae-Wusu also stepped up, contributing eight of his 24 points during overtime, leading the Pirates to an 85-80 victory over DePaul.
In addition to his scoring, Coleman recorded six rebounds and provided five assists, showcasing his all-around game for the Pirates, who improved to a record of 6-9 and 1-3 in the Big East Conference. Addae-Wusu was effective from the field, finishing with a shooting percentage of 58.3%, going 7 of 12 overall, including 5 of 9 from beyond the arc. He also made an impact defensively, tallying seven assists and three steals. Prince Aligbe supported the effort with a solid performance of 16 points, shooting 53.8% from the floor, along with six rebounds and three steals. This victory allowed Seton Hall to break a five-game losing streak.
For the Blue Demons, CJ Gunn was the standout performer, leading his team with 21 points. Troy D’Amico contributed significantly as well, with 18 points, six rebounds, and four assists, while Jacob Meyer chipped in with 12 points for DePaul, who now holds a record of 9-7 and 0-5 in the conference.
At halftime, Seton Hall was trailing 41-26, but they managed to rally back thanks to strong performances in the second half and overtime. Both teams are set to return to action on Saturday, with Seton Hall traveling to Providence and DePaul preparing to host Xavier.