Javon Small dominates as West Virginia defeats Georgetown in decisive win
- Javon Small led West Virginia with 26 points, while Tucker DeVries significantly contributed with 15 points, primarily scored in the second half.
- The game saw Georgetown initially leading at halftime and extending their advantage early in the second half.
- West Virginia turned the game around with a decisive 16-0 run, ultimately winning 73-60 and improving their home record.
In a college basketball match held in Morgantown, West Virginia, the Mountaineers secured a significant victory over the Georgetown Hoyas with a score of 73-60. The game was part of the Big 12-Big East Battle and took place on a Friday night. Javon Small was instrumental in this win, scoring 26 points and showcasing his shooting skills by making 9 of 16 attempts, including four 3-pointers. Meanwhile, Tucker DeVries contributed 15 points, with a notable performance in the second half where he scored 13 of his points, helping his team rally from behind. Eduardo Andre also played a vital role, contributing defensively by blocking four shots while scoring a couple of baskets off the bench. The Mountaineers improved their record to 6-2, illustrating their strength at home with a 4-0 record, while the Hoyas faced their first setback on the road, dropping to 7-2 overall. Georgetown began strong, taking a 30-28 lead into halftime. Jayden Epps led the Hoyas with 17 points and was particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting all three of his 3-point attempts. The Hoyas managed to maintain their lead early in the second half, extending it to six points. However, the tide turned when DeVries's 3-pointer tied the game and initiated a shift in momentum. Following that, a brief scoring spurt from the Mountaineers included back-to-back baskets from Toby Okani and multiple successful shots from Small and DeVries, which culminated in a decisive 16-0 run. From that point on, West Virginia maintained control of the game, never allowing Georgetown to narrow the gap to fewer than five points. Sencire Harris had a strong performance on the boards, leading the Mountaineers with nine rebounds. The match concluded with West Virginia remaining dominant, showcasing their resilience and team effort. This victory sets the stage for West Virginia’s upcoming game against North Carolina Central, while Georgetown will look to regroup before their next match against Syracuse, scheduled for December 14. The game highlighted the importance of teamwork and strategic play, particularly during crucial moments when the Mountaineers executed an effective comeback strategy. Moving forward, both teams will analyze this matchup to build on their strengths and address areas needing improvement in forthcoming games.