Simpkins puts up 19 in Elon's 75-48 win against Northern Illinois
Elon Phoenix vs. Northern Illinois Huskies: Game Highlights
Elon Phoenix vs. Northern Illinois Huskies: Game Highlights
DEKALB, Ill. -- — TK Simpkins had 19 points in Elon's 75-48 win over Northern Illinois on Wednesday night.
Simpkins also contributed 10 rebounds for the Phoenix (2-2). TJ Simpkins shot 4 of 9 from the field and 7 for 8 from the line to add 16 points. Sam Sherry shot 3 of 6 from the field and 5 for 5 from the line to finish with 12 points.
James Dent Jr. led the way for the Huskies (2-3) with 16 points and four assists. Quentin Jones added nine points for Northern Illinois. Quaran McPherson finished with nine points and four steals.
Elon took the lead with 17:00 remaining in the first half and did not relinquish it. TK Simpkins led their team in scoring with nine points in the first half to help put them up 38-29 at the break. Elon extended its lead to 75-45 during the second half, fueled by a 13-2 scoring run. TJ Simpkins scored a team-high 11 points in the second half as their team closed out the win.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Jon Campbell
- Steve McJunkins
- Luke Schumer
2024-25 Coastal Athletic Association Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towson | 8-1 | - | 13-9 |
| UNC Wilmington | 7-2 | 1 | 17-5 |
| Charleston | 7-2 | 1 | 17-5 |
| William & Mary | 7-2 | 1 | 13-9 |
| Campbell | 7-3 | 1.5 | 12-11 |
| Elon | 5-4 | 3 | 14-8 |
| Northeastern | 4-5 | 4 | 12-10 |
| Drexel | 4-5 | 4 | 12-10 |
| Delaware | 4-5 | 4 | 11-11 |
| Monmouth | 4-5 | 4 | 6-16 |
| Hofstra | 4-6 | 4.5 | 12-11 |
| Hampton | 3-7 | 5.5 | 10-12 |
| Stony Brook | 1-8 | 7 | 5-17 |
| North Carolina A&T | 0-10 | 8.5 | 4-19 |
2024-25 Mid-American Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akron | 9-0 | - | 16-5 |
| Miami (OH) | 7-1 | 1.5 | 15-5 |
| Toledo | 6-2 | 2.5 | 12-8 |
| Ohio | 5-3 | 3.5 | 11-9 |
| Kent State | 4-5 | 5 | 13-8 |
| Eastern Michigan | 4-5 | 5 | 10-11 |
| Western Michigan | 4-5 | 5 | 7-14 |
| Ball State | 3-5 | 5.5 | 9-11 |
| Central Michigan | 3-5 | 5.5 | 9-11 |
| Bowling Green | 2-6 | 6.5 | 7-13 |
| Buffalo | 2-6 | 6.5 | 7-13 |
| Northern Illinois | 1-7 | 7.5 | 5-15 |
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