Wed Feb 04 01:50:00 UTC 2026: ### Dayton Flyers Soar to Halftime Lead Over St. Bonaventure
The Story:
The Dayton Flyers took a commanding 41-30 lead over the St. Bonaventure Bonnies at halftime in their Tuesday game at UD Arena. Javon Bennett led the charge with 16 points, showcasing a remarkable turnaround in his three-point shooting accuracy. St. Bonaventure, despite ranking high nationally in three-point percentage, struggled significantly from beyond the arc in the first half.
Key Points:
- Javon Bennett scored 16 points for Dayton, including 4 of 5 three-pointers.
- Bennett had struggled in the previous four games, making only 6 of 26 three-point attempts.
- Cayden Charles led St. Bonaventure with 11 points.
- Dayton shot 36% from three-point range (5 of 14), while St. Bonaventure missed all 8 of its three-point attempts.
- A 11-2 Dayton run, started by Jordan Derkack’s free throws, proved to be a turning point.
- Dayton forward Jaiun Simon was listed as “Out” due to a back issue.
- Dayton’s next game is against Virginia Commonwealth on Friday at 7 p.m.
Key Takeaways:
- Javon Bennett’s improved three-point shooting was a crucial factor in Dayton’s first-half dominance.
- St. Bonaventure’s inability to connect from beyond the arc hindered their offensive performance.
- Dayton capitalized on St. Bonaventure’s struggles and built a substantial lead.
- Jaiun Simon’s absence could impact Dayton’s frontcourt depth in future games.
- The upcoming game against VCU will be a significant test for Dayton on the road.
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