DOMINANT: Troy Trojans & Thomas Dowd CRUSH Arkansas State – Are They Sun Belt’s Elite Force?

Troy Trojans dominate Arkansas State with Thomas Dowd leading a game-changing run—are they the Sun Belt team to beat? Dave Schultz unpacks Troy’s impressive 99-74 victory, spotlighting Dowd’s 24-point double-double and Vic Valdi’s dynamic 17-point, 14-assist performance. Coach Scott Cross’s impact is undeniable, raising questions around Troy’s chance for an NCAA Tournament bid and the league’s single-bid reality. Key topics include the Sun Belt’s battle for NCAA respect, Troy’s competitive edge in NET rankings, and comparisons to SEC contenders like LSU and Auburn. Schultz also recaps Louisiana’s record-setting 15 threes against South Alabama, Marshall’s tight win over JMU, and Georgia State’s surprising surge up the Sun Belt standings. Can Troy maintain their dominance as conference play heats up, and which underdogs could make noise come tournament time?