Lovejoy's 33 lead Detroit Mercy past Green Bay 74-70

February 23, 2026 - 02:49

A spectacular 33-point outing from guard Orlando Lovejoy propelled the Detroit Mercy Titans to a narrow 74-70 victory over the Green Bay Phoenix on Sunday afternoon. The contest remained tightly contested throughout, with Lovejoy's scoring prowess proving to be the decisive factor down the stretch.

Lovejoy was efficient from the field, consistently breaking down the Green Bay defense to keep the Titans ahead. His career-high scoring total provided the necessary offensive firepower for Detroit Mercy, which managed to withstand several determined rallies from the visiting Phoenix. Green Bay, demonstrating resilience, kept the game within a single possession multiple times in the second half but ultimately could not find a stop or a basket to overtake the lead.

The win provides a significant boost for Detroit Mercy as the team navigates the conference schedule. Meanwhile, Green Bay will look to regroup after a hard-fought battle where their defensive efforts were countered by one standout offensive performance. The game underscored the impact a single player can have in a closely matched conference showdown.