Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs face SE Louisiana Lions in Cancun showdown
- Both Gardner-Webb and SE Louisiana have a 2-3 record in non-conference play.
- Anthony Seldon leads Gardner-Webb in scoring while Kam Burton is a key player for SE Louisiana.
- The matchup's result is critical for both teams' progress in the season.
In Cancun, Mexico, the Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs faced off against the SE Louisiana Lions on November 26, 2024, in a non-conference basketball matchup. Both teams entered the game with a 2-3 record, and the game's outcome would have implications for their respective seasons. The Runnin' Bulldogs have demonstrated competitiveness in close games, with a record of 1-0 in games decided by three points or fewer. In contrast, the Lions rank seventh in the Southland conference, averaging 70.6 points per game with a shooting percentage of 43.7% from the field, while Gardner-Webb has a marginally higher shooting percentage of 46.4%. Players to watch during the game included Anthony Seldon for the Runnin' Bulldogs, scoring an average of 15.5 points per game, and Kam Burton for the Lions, who has been effective from beyond the arc, averaging 10.8 points and shooting 43.3% on three-pointers. The match's outcome could influence the teams' momentum moving forward in the season.