SMU Claims Seventh Straight Victory with Dominant Second Half Against Longwood

The Mustangs closed their nonconference schedule with a 98-82 win, powered by strong performances from Boopie Miller and Yohan Traore.

SMU defeated Longwood 98-82, marking their seventh consecutive win and improving their record to 11-2 this season.
Boopie Miller led the Mustangs with 24 points and seven assists, while Yohan Traore contributed a double-double with 20 points and 11 rebounds.
A decisive 14-1 run in the second half allowed SMU to pull away after a closely contested first half that ended with a narrow 45-43 lead.
Longwood, now 11-4, struggled defensively, allowing their highest point total of the season despite standout performances from Elijah Tucker and Coby Garland.
SMU now turns its focus to hosting No. 4 Duke on January 4, while Longwood prepares to begin Big South Conference play against Presbyterian.