A nail-biting finish! Drake narrowly escaped with a 66-65 victory against Evansville on Sunday, December 21, 2025. It was a game that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer. Let's dive into the details!
Leading the charge for Drake, Jaehshon Thomas was a force to be reckoned with, scoring a solid 18 points. His shooting accuracy was impressive, going 7 for 12 from the field, including a remarkable 4 for 6 from beyond the three-point line. Wilguens Jr. Exacte also contributed with 11 points, though his shooting percentage was a bit lower, going 5 for 15. Griffen Goodbary added 9 points to the scoreboard, showcasing his efficiency at the free-throw line, hitting 4 of 6 attempts.
On the Evansville side, Connor Turnbull put up a dominant performance, leading his team with 20 points, a whopping 15 rebounds, and 3 blocks. AJ Casey added 12 points and 3 steals, while Alex Hemenway contributed 11 points.
The game's turning points? Drake held a slim 29-27 lead at halftime, thanks in part to Thomas's 9 first-half points. In the second half, Drake managed a crucial 7-0 run, extending their lead to 14 points at 47-33 with just over 13 minutes remaining. But here's where it gets controversial... Evansville fought back, and with just 33 seconds left, Hemenway had a chance to tie the game with a free throw, but he missed. Neither team managed to score again, sealing Drake's narrow win.
What do you think? Do you think Evansville could have pulled off a win if Hemenway had made that crucial free throw? Let me know your thoughts in the comments!
