UAB Blazes Past UNC Asheville, 72-47: Your Game Recap and Key Takeaways
In a dominant display, the UAB Blazers (11-2) showcased their supremacy at home, defeating the UNC Asheville Bulldogs (7-5) 72-47 on Sunday, December 21. Here’s your recap of the most important moments and key takeaways from the contest at Bartow Arena.
“The Blazers led from start to finish, with Jalen Jackson leading the way with 19 points.”
First Half: UAB Sets the Tone
The Blazers started strong, leading 13-6 after the first five minutes. UAB’s aggressive defense forced the Bulldogs into tough shots, and the Blazers capitalized on the other end, building a 38-23 lead at the half.
Second Half: UAB Pulls Away
The Blazers opened the second half with a 14-4 run, completely subduing any hope of a UNC Asheville comeback. UAB’s lead grew to as much as 30, with the final score 72-47.
Key Stats and Takeaways
- UAB’s defense was the story of the game, holding UNC Asheville to just 47 points – their lowest output of the season.
- The Blazers got a balanced scorebook with five players scoring in double figures, led by Jalen Jackson‘s 19 points.
- UNC Asheville struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 6-of-22 (27.3%) of their 3-point attempts.
What’s Next?
The Blazers will look to build on this momentum as they head into Conference USA play. They next face Southern Miss at home on January 2.
FAQs
- What were the top scorers for UAB?
- Jalen Jackson (19 points), Jordan Walker (10 points), and Michael Ertel (10 points) led the Blazers.
- How did UNC Asheville fare from the free-throw line?
- The Bulldogs hit 13-of-18 (72.2%) from the charity stripe.
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