San Francisco opened its 2024-25 campaign with a decisive 76-62 victory over Radford on Monday, securing its first win of the season behind a commanding performance by guard Dylan Bordon. The Dons (1-0) never trailed after taking the lead with 19:45 remaining in the first half, establishing control that they maintained through the final buzzer. Bordon was the offensive engine for San Francisco, finishing with a game-high 20 points and dishing out seven assists to orchestrate the floor.
Dons secure season opener with dominant second-half surge and balanced offensive attack
The Dons’ depth proved crucial as they extended their margin in the second half, outscoring the Highlanders (0-1) by seven points. Ismaila Diagne provided a powerful inside presence with 16 points and 11 rebounds, while Gustav Knudsen added 13 points on efficient 5-for-10 shooting. San Francisco capitalized on a pivotal 7-0 run in the second half to turn a slim one-point advantage into an eight-point cushion, with Diagne leading the charge with 11 points in the final 20 minutes.
On the other side of the ball, Radford struggled to contain the Dons’ pace, with Frederik Erichsen leading the Highlanders in scoring with 12 points and seven rebounds. Mathieu Grujicic contributed 11 points, and Ja’Corey Robinson added 10 points and five assists, but the team could not overcome San Francisco’s consistent execution. The Dons return to action Friday against North Dakota State at home, while Radford travels to face Cal on Wednesday.
Source: Yahoo Sports
