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Carroll’s Career Night Leads Drake Past South Dakota, 81-72
By Piper Rampage
DES MOINES, Iowa — Jon Carroll recorded a career-high 26 points and 10 rebounds as Drake rallied past South Dakota 81-72 at the Knapp Center. The Bulldogs improved to 3-0, while the Coyotes fell to 1-4.
Carroll’s double-double was his second in a row and the ninth of his career. Dre Kindell added 18 points, including 14 in the second half, as Drake secured its third victory of the season.
Cade Kelderman led South Dakota with a career-high 18 points, making five three-pointers.
The Bulldogs had to overcome an early challenge after falling behind by 11 points in the first half. Drake rallied to take a 30-29 lead into halftime, but South Dakota moved back in front during the second half before the Bulldogs regained control.
Drake took the lead for good during the final 10 minutes and closed out the game with offensive rebounds and trips to the free-throw line. According to South Dakota Athletics, the Bulldogs made 21 of 27 free throws in the second half.
The late execution helped Drake preserve its advantage as South Dakota attempted to stay within reach. The Bulldogs also controlled the overall rebounding battle, finishing with a 39-27 edge.
Carroll’s 26 points and 10 rebounds provided the foundation for the win, while Kindell’s second-half scoring helped Drake maintain its position after the teams traded the lead following halftime. Kelderman’s five three-pointers led the Coyotes’ scoring effort.
The victory extended Drake’s advantage in the all-time series to 13-3 and marked the Bulldogs’ fourth consecutive win over South Dakota. The result also kept Drake unbeaten through its first three games.
South Dakota’s early lead and second-half response made the contest competitive, but Drake’s late control of the boards and free-throw opportunities helped determine the outcome. The Bulldogs finished with a nine-point victory at home.
Piper Rampage
Men’s College Basketball, The Library Media
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