Malik Mack leads Georgetown to narrow victory with 37 points

In Las Vegas, the Georgetown Hoyas achieved a narrow victory against the Washington State Cougars, with a final score of 85-82. This game was part of the College Basketball Crown tournament and took place on a Monday night. Malik Mack emerged as the standout player, scoring an impressive 37 points and contributing five rebounds for Georgetown. His performance was pivotal in ensuring that the Hoyas secured the win over the Cougars, who ended the game with a record of 19-15. Notably, Jordan Burks supported the team by adding 16 points and capturing 13 rebounds. Caleb Williams also played an important role, scoring 13 points while shooting at an average of 44.4% from the field. Despite Georgetown's success, Washington State's LeJuan Watts was notable for his performance, scoring 22 points along with eight rebounds and five assists. Ethan Price and Dane Erikstrup also contributed significantly for the Cougars, ensuring that the game was closely contested. Following this victory, Georgetown prepared to face the Nebraska Cornhuskers in their next game. With a record of 18-15, the Hoyas were looking to build on their success, while Nebraska sought to rebound from their own challenges with a record of 18-14. The matchup was scheduled for a Wednesday evening, indicating the Hoyas' determination to continue their momentum. This recent win boosted Georgetown's confidence as they approached the game against Nebraska. The Hoyas currently rank fifth in rebounding within the Big East, averaging 32.2 rebounds per game, while Thomas Sorber leads the team in this category with an average of 8.5 rebounds. The game highlighted how pivotal Malik Mack's scoring and team contributions were, setting a tone for the upcoming challenges against competitive Big Ten teams.