La Salle secured a nail-biting victory over Shenendehowa with a final score of 49-48, captivating fans with a down-to-the-wire contest. TraDell Faison played a pivotal role for the Cadets, contributing 18 points in the closely contested game.

The meeting reached a deadlock after the final stanza, pushing the teams into overtime, where the Cadets edged past Shenendehowa with a 5-4 advantage.

Shenendehowa held a slight 3-point advantage at the beginning of the fourth quarter, maintaining suspense and keeping fans on the edge of their seats throughout the third period.

La Salle exhibited great energy right from the tip-off, making a stylish start to the game and racing to a significant first-quarter lead of 12-6. The Cadets implemented a lock-down mentality, defensively protecting their basket and maintaining control throughout the period.

The opening two quarters were fiercely competitive, and as the teams entered the first-half intermission, La Salle held a slight lead. Shenendehowa showcased excellent teamwork after the break, turning the tables and taking the lead 35-32, setting the stage for a gripping fourth period.

The Cadets displayed a well-rounded scoring effort, with three players achieving double figures. TraDell Faison led the charge with 18 points, while Davon Maloney and Emmanuel Karkari-Mensah each contributed 12 points. The Cadets showcased their marksmanship, making 7 three-pointers.

For Shenendehowa, Luke McAullife led the scoring effort with 13 points, supported by Grady Ceccucci and Bega Ibrahim, who each scored 11 points. Ethan Rudd added 7 points to the tally. Shenendehowa drilled 6 baskets from behind the arc, with Luke McAullife connecting on 3 three-pointers and Grady Ceccucci adding 3 as well.