Purdue Fort Wayne Tops Drexel in Sunshine Slam

In the opening round of the Sunshine Slam, Purdue Fort Wayne defeated Drexel 87-81, showcasing a strong second half where they shot 65 percent from the field. Rasheed Bello led the Mastodons with a game-high 20 points and eight assists, while Hargrove contributed a double-double for Drexel with 19 points and 14 rebounds. The Dragons initially held a 35-20 lead but lost momentum after Purdue Fort Wayne's 15-2 run before halftime. Drexel's performance included five players scoring in double figures, but they couldn't maintain their lead in the second half. The Mastodons, who are 3-2 in non-conference games, were favored in their matchup against Drexel, who are now 4-2 in similar play. Both teams continue to prepare for upcoming games as they seek to improve their records.