Drake and Vanderbilt Set for Charleston Classic Championship Clash
The undefeated Bulldogs and Commodores face off Sunday night in Charleston with both teams seeking their first tournament title of the season.
- Drake (5-0) and Vanderbilt (6-0) will compete in the Shriners Children's Charleston Classic championship game on Sunday at 8:30 PM ET at TD Arena in Charleston, South Carolina.
- Vanderbilt, led by guard Jason Edwards averaging 16 points per game, boasts a high-scoring offense with 85.8 points per game this season.
- Drake's star guard Bennett Stirtz leads the Bulldogs with 18.8 points, 5.4 assists, and 2 steals per game, while their defense allows just 57 points per game.
- Vanderbilt is favored by 3.5 points, but analysts note Drake's defensive prowess and slower pace could challenge the Commodores' high-tempo strategy.
- The game will be broadcast on ESPN, with live streaming available on Fubo, as both teams aim to maintain their perfect records and secure the tournament title.