Dayton Rallies From 15 Down to Edge Loyola Chicago on Bennett’s Late Winner
The Flyers closed strong behind Javon Bennett’s 24 points to open A-10 play 2-0.
Overview
- Dayton beat Loyola Chicago 70-68 at Gentile Arena after trailing 39-24 late in the first half and by 12 in the second.
- Javon Bennett hit the go-ahead basket with two seconds left and finished as the game’s top scorer.
- De’Shayne Montgomery contributed 20 points and seven steals as the Flyers moved to 11-4 overall and 2-0 in conference.
- Loyola took late leads on a basket by Justin Moore and free throws by Kymany Houinsou before Bennett’s decisive drive.
- Dayton hosts George Washington on Tuesday, Jan. 6, with tip set for 8 p.m. ET.