Loyola defeats Davidson 82-72 despite 13 points from Glenbard West graduate Durkin

Posted March 05, 2025 10:44 pm

Associated Press

Sheldon Edwards' 22 points helped Loyola defeat Davidson 82-72 on Wednesday.

Edwards had 10 rebounds for the Ramblers (20-10, 11-6 Atlantic 10 Conference). Kymany Houinsou added 19 points while shooting 7 of 8 from the field and 5 for 6 from the line. Jayden Dawson finished with 17 points.

Reed Bailey led the way for the Wildcats (16-14, 6-11) with 19 points, six rebounds, seven assists and three blocks. Glenbard West graduate Bobby Durkin added 13 points and four assists for Davidson. Roberts Blums had 12 points.

Loyola raced out to a 21-6 lead in the first half thanks to a 15-1 scoring run. Edwards scored 12 points in the first half, which finished 37-37. Houinsou's free throw with 18:59 left in the second half gave Loyola the lead for good at 40-39.

Both teams next play Saturday to finish the regular season. Loyola visits UMass and Davidson plays Saint Bonaventure at home.

The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.

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