The Arizona State Sun Devils suffered a 75-63 defeat against West Virginia on Wednesday, a game marked by shooting struggles, turnovers, and a lack of discipline.
Firing Squeezers Yank the Stress
Bryce Ford, according to the team roster, had a difficult night, shooting 1-for-7 from the field and missing all four of his three-point attempts. His recent shooting performance since an injury has contributed to scoring challenges for the team.
As a team, Arizona State shot just 38.5 percent from the field in the third quarter and missed all five three-point attempts after halftime.
Odum Leads, But Turnovers Hurt
Moe Odum, as listed on the team roster, led Arizona State with 17 points and eight assists, though he shot 6-for-14. The team committed 13 turnovers in the second half, which kept Odum on the floor and allowed West Virginia to maintain control of the game.
Anthony Johnson provided a brief spark with a three-point play, but the Sun Devils lacked consistent support from the rest of the roster.
Frontcourt Can’t Contain Mountaineers
Massamba Diop scored 14 points and grabbed 5 rebounds, but the Arizona State frontcourt struggled defensively, allowing West Virginia’s Treysen Eaglestaff to score 23 points while the Mountaineers shot 51 percent from the field.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of the game?
West Virginia defeated Arizona State 75-63.
Who led Arizona State in scoring?
Moe Odum led the Sun Devils with 17 points.
How did Arizona State perform from three-point range in the second half?
The Sun Devils made no three-pointers in the second half, missing all five attempts.
Will the Sun Devils be able to address their shooting and turnover issues as the season progresses?
