In a dominant display of basketball prowess, Herd That overwhelmed Jackson TN Boom 92-57 in their TBT matchup at Rupp Arena on July 19, 2024. The game showcased Herd That’s superior depth and efficiency, as they outplayed their opponents in nearly every facet of the game.
Herd That’s balanced attack was led by Xavier Munford, who poured in 13 points on efficient 5-9 shooting, including 3-5 from beyond the arc. Despite receiving a technical foul, Munford’s overall impact was significant, adding 5 rebounds and 3 assists to his stellar scoring performance.
Jacorey Williams dominated the paint for Herd That, scoring 17 points on an impressive 8-10 shooting and grabbing 3 rebounds. The team’s depth was evident as four other players scored in double figures: Jon Elmore (9 points, all from three-pointers), Chris Cokley (14 points), Nick McGlynn (10 points), and JP Tokoto (10 points).
Jackson TN Boom struggled to find their rhythm throughout the game, shooting a mere 29% from the field and 22.9% from three-point range. Anthony Benson was their lone bright spot, scoring 20 points on 8-14 shooting, including 4-9 from downtown. Akoy Agau contributed 8 points and 6 rebounds but couldn’t stem the tide against Herd That’s onslaught.
The disparity in shooting efficiency told the story of the game. Herd That shot a blistering 56.3% from the field and 39.3% from three-point range, compared to Jackson TN Boom’s struggling percentages. Herd That also dominated the boards, out-rebounding their opponents 37-21.
Herd That’s superior ball movement was evident in their 25 assists, compared to just 6 for Jackson TN Boom. They also took better care of the ball, committing only 11 turnovers to Jackson TN Boom’s 18.
This convincing victory propels Herd That forward in the TBT tournament, showcasing their potential as a formidable contender. Meanwhile, Jackson TN Boom exits the tournament, having faced a tough opponent in their opening match.