In a thrilling showdown on Sunday night, the Pirates’ historical dominance over the Tigers continued, extending their perfect record to 2-0 in head-to-head matchups.
Al-Amir Dawes delivered a standout performance, matching his season high with an impressive 25 points, leading Seton Hall to a hard-fought 93-87 victory over Missouri in Kansas City
Seton Hall‘s previous encounter with Missouri dates back to the 1992 NCAA Tournament, where they secured an 88-71 triumph in Greensboro, North Carolina. This latest clash showcased Seton Hall’s offensive prowess as they built a commanding lead of 19 points with less than six minutes remaining, shooting an impressive 58.9% from the field, including a noteworthy 10 of 23 from beyond the arc.
Al-Amir Dawes demonstrated his scoring prowess, particularly from long range, sinking a crucial 3-pointer at the 5:53 mark to extend Seton Hall’s lead to 75-56. However, Missouri mounted a spirited comeback, narrowing the gap to single digits through a series of three-pointers and free throws. Despite the Tigers’ resilience, Jaden Bediako’s timely layup and Al-Amir Dawes’ clutch free throws helped Seton Hall maintain a nine-point advantage at 82-73 with 1:49 remaining.
Al-Amir Dawes, finishing the game with a stellar 9 of 16 from the field and 4 of 11 from downtown, played a pivotal role in securing the win for the Pirates (7-4)
Dylan Addae-Wusu contributed significantly, connecting on 4 of 6 three-point attempts and tallying 20 points, six rebounds, and six assists. Missouri (7-4) fought valiantly, with Tamar Bates leading their scoring effort with a perfect 4-for-4 performance from both beyond the arc and the free-throw line, accumulating 22 points. Despite the Tigers’ late surge, Seton Hall maintained composure, sealing the victory with crucial free throws in the final minute.
Looking ahead, Seton Hall is set to host No. 5 UConn on Wednesday, while Missouri will face off against No. 16 Illinois on Friday in what promises to be another intense matchup for both teams.
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