This game was billed as a matchup between a couple of future NBA centers in Daniel Gafford and Charles Bassey. Both delivered but Bassey came up just a bit bigger and helped the Hilltoppers to overcome an eight point halftime deficit to win 78-77.
In the final minute, Bassey passed out of a double team to get the game winning assist. He also blocked Jalen Harris’ shot with 1.8 seconds left and contested Gafford’s final shot as the game expired. He ended the day with 21 points, nine rebounds, and five blocks with no turnovers.