By PAUL GOTHAM One player doesn't make a team, but he can be the difference. That might be the case for the Saint Louis Billikens. Since opening the Atlantic 10 season with one win their first four games, Saint Louis has taken their last two in conference play. A couple of lineup changes have occurred - none more important than the insertion of Jermaine Bishop into the … [Read more...] about Bishop thrives in Billikens starting lineup
Atlantic 10
Bishop gives Billikens hope
By PAUL GOTHAM For the first 15 games of this season Jermaine Bishop played a total of 60 minutes. He surpassed that amount in two games last week, and the Saint Louis Billikens freshman guard embraced the opportunity. Bishop earned Co-Atlantic 10 Conference Rookie of the Week scoring 36 points while handing out nine assists and grabbing six rebounds. "Jermaine has a … [Read more...] about Bishop gives Billikens hope
Alie-Cox giving VCU increased production
By PAUL GOTHAM Virginia Commonwealth University's Rams have won six straight, and Mo Alie-Cox increased his scoring production during that stretch. First-year coach Will Wade doesn't need to be told there's a correlation between the two. "He’s a commanding presence down there," Wade said during the Atlantic 10's weekly tele-conference. "Right now he’s really tough to … [Read more...] about Alie-Cox giving VCU increased production
Davidson, Dayton and a matter of pace
By PAUL GOTHAM When Davidson's Wildcats visit the University of Dayton Arena, Tuesday night they bring with them the Atlantic 10's leading offense. Their strength may turn into a weakness when meeting the host Dayton Flyers. Bob McKillop's Wildcats score 82 points per game while UD nets 73. On the surface, it appears Davidson will want a wide-open affair. McKillop knows … [Read more...] about Davidson, Dayton and a matter of pace
Bonnies stay unbeaten in A-10 with 88-77 win at UMass
Courtesy of GoBonnies.com AMHERST -- Behind its best shooting performance of the season, St. Bonaventure beat Massachusetts 88-77 on Saturday afternoon to remain undefeated (3-0) in the Atlantic 10. The Bonnies made 60 percent of their shots (28-47) on the day including 10 of 18 (55 percent) from three-point range. St. Bonaventure also went 22-25 at the free throw … [Read more...] about Bonnies stay unbeaten in A-10 with 88-77 win at UMass