The Georgetown University men’s basketball team faced a disappointing 76-67 loss to Seton Hall University on January 10, marking their third consecutive setback in the Big East conference at Capital One Arena. The Hoyas, now standing at 9-7 overall and 1-4 in conference play, held a solid lead for more than 30 minutes but ultimately faltered due to poor shooting and inconsistent play.
Georgetown initially showed promise, leading by as much as 11 points during the game. However, they struggled to capitalize on interior shots against Seton Hall’s imposing frontcourt. The Hoyas were out-rebounded 41-38 and surrendered 16 second-chance points, limiting their offensive opportunities. Junior guard Malik Mack had a particularly tough night, converting only 4 of 16 attempts and ending with a negative plus-minus of -6, the lowest among starters.
The team made a strong start, with sophomore forward Isaiah Abraham hitting a corner 3-pointer that energized the offense. Abraham contributed 13 points but fouled out later in the game. As the game progressed, the Hoyas faced significant challenges against the Pirates’ defensive press, reminiscent of their struggles in a previous game against St. John’s. Despite being one of the nation’s lower turnover teams, Georgetown recorded 12 turnovers, including a troubling stretch of four turnovers in just two minutes during the second half.
The Hoyas’ offense suffered further as their shooting accuracy diminished. They failed to score in the final 6:47 of the first half, allowing Seton Hall to erase a multi-possession deficit, resulting in a 29-29 tie at intermission. The second half began with a brief resurgence, as Georgetown opened with a 15-7 run that included three-pointers from Abraham and junior guard KJ Lewis, putting the Hoyas ahead 47-36 with 14:15 left to play.
However, the momentum soon shifted, with missed shots and turnovers allowing Seton Hall to regain the lead and extend their advantage. Georgetown ultimately struggled offensively, finishing the game with a low shooting percentage of 33.9%. As the game wound down, the Hoyas were unable to stage a comeback.
After the game, Georgetown head coach Ed Cooley took responsibility for the team’s performance, expressing disappointment in his coaching and the team’s mindset. He acknowledged the lack of offensive cohesion, noting the team’s struggles with ball sharing had resulted in a mere 12 assists over two games.
Cooley’s candid remarks highlighted the urgency for improvement, stating, “It’s unacceptable for me as a coach, and something has to change.” He added, “Right now, we’re boring as shit,” emphasizing the need for a more dynamic approach moving forward.
Georgetown will aim to end their losing streak on January 13 when they travel to Omaha, Nebraska, to take on the Creighton University Bluejays, who have also faced their share of struggles this season with a 10-7 record and 4-2 in Big East play. The matchup presents an opportunity for the Hoyas to regroup and regain their competitive edge.