NEWARK, Del. — John Camden delivered an impressive performance with 28 points, guiding Delaware to a thrilling 79-77 win over Elon on Saturday afternoon.
Camden showcased his shooting accuracy by hitting 9 out of 11 attempts, including 3 of 5 from beyond the arc, and he converted 7 of 8 from the free-throw line. His remarkable play was crucial for the Fightin’ Blue Hens, who now have a record of 11-8 and a 4-2 standing in the Coastal Athletic Association. In support of Camden, Cavan Reilly contributed 18 points, shooting 6 of 9 from the floor and nailing 4 out of 7 from three-point territory. Additionally, Erik Timko added 15 points, going 3 for 9 from the field while also hitting all of his free throws (6 for 6).

On the opposing side, TJ Simpkins was the standout performer for the Phoenix, scoring 21 points along with two steals. Elon’s TK Simpkins also made a significant impact, registering 16 points and dishing out four assists, while Sam Sherry rounded out the scoring with 15 points.

As the game drew to a close, Simpkins netted the last six points for Elon, mounting a comeback from a challenging 79-71 situation. However, despite his efforts, his final buzzer-beater attempt could not find its target, concluding a hard-fought matchup that kept fans on the edge of their seats.