Matchup Details

Teams: Loyola Chicago Ramblers (23-11, 13-7 A-10) vs. San Francisco Dons (25-9, 14-6 WCC)

Date and Time: Sunday, 7 p.m. EDT

Setting: This encounter marks a crucial stage in the National Invitation Tournament (NIT).

Team Performance Overview

San Francisco Dons

The Dons completed their WCC season with a commendable 14-6 record, accompanied by a solid 11-3 non-conference performance. In rebounding, they stand fourth in their conference, pulling down an average of 32.4 rebounds per game, with Tyrone Riley IV leading the way at 6.0 rebounds per game.

With an average of 8.6 made three-pointers per game, the Dons exceed the 7.4 three-pointers they allow opposing teams, showcasing their offensive prowess. They also average 75.9 points per game over their last ten contests.

Loyola Chicago Ramblers

The Ramblers, also competitive in their conference, finished with a record of 13-7 against A-10 opponents. They excel in ball distribution, leading their conference with an impressive average of 15.9 assists, driven by Kymany Houinsou’s 3.3 assists per game.

With a scoring average of 73.5 points per game, Loyola Chicago presents a challenging front, particularly given their defensive capabilities, allowing only 68.9 points to opponents.

Previous Encounter

This matchup is a rematch of their earlier contest from December 15, where San Francisco triumphed over Loyola Chicago with a score of 76-66. Malik Thomas was instrumental for San Francisco, scoring 35 points, while Des Watson led the Ramblers with 14 points.

Key Players to Watch

• Marcus Williams (San Francisco): Averaging 15.1 points, 4.3 assists, and 1.5 steals per game.
• Malik Thomas (San Francisco): Contributing 18.6 points and 4.2 rebounds over the past ten games, shooting 39.2% in that span.
• Sheldon Edwards (Loyola Chicago): Notable for 3.0 made three-pointers per game, averaging 12.0 points while hitting 38.1% from beyond the arc.
• Jayden Dawson (Loyola Chicago): Scoring 14.5 points per game over the last ten contests.

Recent Form

San Francisco Dons: In their last ten games, San Francisco holds a 7-3 record, averaging 75.9 points, 32.2 rebounds, 12.6 assists, 5.8 steals, and 2.2 blocks per game with a shooting percentage of 44.5%.

Loyola Chicago Ramblers: The Ramblers are 8-2 in their last ten games, showcasing an average of 73.1 points, 33.8 rebounds, 16.1 assists, 6.3 steals, and 5.0 blocks per game, with an impressive shooting percentage of 45.1%.