Syracuse, N.Y. - A step-back three-pointer in the final 30 seconds by sophomore guard
AJ Dancler (Indianapolis, Ind./Southport) against Chicago State has been named the Le Moyne Play of the Week, presented by McNeil & Co.
The Dolphins held a 74-69 lead over the Cougars of Chicago State. After beating the full-court press, Le Moyne possessed the ball with just over 30 seconds remaining in regulation. Dancler, who had 16 points already in the game, waited out the shot clock until the final 10 seconds. He made a move to his strong hand, beating the Chicago State defender, before pulling the ball back between his legs, shooting a step-back three and finding the bottom of the net, putting the 'Phins up 77-69.
Dancler led the Dolphins in scoring and assists, finishing the game with 19 points, 5 assists and 7 rebounds as the Dolphins pulled out an 80-75 win over Chicago State.