Lundblade's 31-Point Showcase Propels Belmont Past Northern Iowa in 91-86 Thriller

Belmont rode the hot hand of Tyler Lundblade on Thursday night, defeating Northern Iowa 91-86 in a high-scoring matchup. Lundblade poured in a career-best 31 points, including a remarkable seven three-pointers, to secure the victory.

Belmont’s offense was relentless from the opening whistle, with Lundblade setting the pace early. His perimeter shooting stretched the Northern Iowa defense and created opportunities for his teammates. The game's tempo remained quick throughout, with both teams exchanging baskets and momentum swings.

Key stats from the contest included:

• Lundblade scored 31 points and hit 7 threes, accounting for nearly a third of Belmont’s total offense.
• Belmont reached the 90-point mark, demonstrating their offensive efficiency against a competitive Northern Iowa squad.

The win bolsters Belmont's standing as they look to push further up the league table. Northern Iowa, meanwhile, kept the game close but struggled to contain Lundblade’s shooting outburst.

For more on player stats and team schedules, visit the Belmont Bruins official site or check the latest NCAA men's basketball standings.