In a thrilling contest on Thursday evening, Bellarmine triumphed over Eastern Kentucky with a score of 80-74, thanks in large part to Billy Smith, who scored an impressive 23 points.
Smith didn’t just contribute on offense; he also secured six rebounds for the Knights, who have a current record of 5-24 and stand at 2-14 in the Atlantic Sun Conference.
Myles Watkins added to the Knights’ success by netting 19 points and grabbing five rebounds, while Tyler Doyle contributed 11 points, shooting 4 of 5 from the field and converting 3 of 5 free throws. Doyle’s game was rounded out with five rebounds and seven assists, making him a pivotal factor in the team’s performance.
On the other side, Turner Buttry led the scoring for the Colonels, finishing with 22 points for Eastern Kentucky, who now have a record of 17-12 and 11-5 in conference play.
Mayar Wol also had a good showing, contributing 15 points, while Jackson Holt added 12 points along with two steals. This outing marked the end of an impressive eight-game winning streak for Eastern Kentucky.
Both teams are set to return to action on Monday, with Bellarmine traveling to face Stetson and Eastern Kentucky heading to Jacksonville for their next matchup.