Nick Janowski anchored Davidson’s offense with a dominant 25-point performance, driving the Wildcats to an 88-76 victory over Mercer on Saturday. The senior forward shot an efficient 11-for-16 from the field, providing the consistent scoring Davidson needed to overcome a stubborn Mercer defense. His 13-point first half kept the game within reach, but it was his continued presence on the floor that set the stage for the decisive stretch.
Sam Brown’s second-half surge breaks a tight contest as Davidson extends perfect start
The contest remained tight through the first half, with Davidson holding only a one-point lead at the break. However, the Wildcats seized control with 17:47 remaining in the fourth quarter, never relinquishing the lead. Sam Brown emerged as the critical factor in the second half, scoring 14 of his 18 total points after intermission. Brown’s shooting prowess, including three made three-pointers, helped stretch the gap and secure the win for the 2-0 Davidson squad.
Mercer fought back with a strong individual effort from Quinton Perkins II, who tallied 29 points and seven assists, but it was not enough to stop Davidson’s momentum. Derek Goodman contributed 15 points, while Karon Boyd added 13 points and eight rebounds for the Bears, who drop to 1-2. Josh Scovens also played a vital role for Davidson, finishing with 16 points on 6-of-13 shooting, as the Wildcats demonstrated their depth and resilience in a key early-season test.
Source: Yahoo Sports
