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Can the Charlotte 49ers' Paint Domination and Sharp Shooting Foreshadow a Season Surge?

In a display of offensive efficiency, the Charlotte 49ers emerged victorious over the Roadrunners with a final score of 79-70. The home game saw the 49ers improve their season record to an unmentioned number of victories against defeats, while the Roadrunners left with another addition to their loss column. The Dale F. Halton Arena witnessed an intense conference game where lead changes were non-existent, and both teams fought hard to maintain control.


Mar 16, 2023; Orlando, FL, USA; College of Charleston Cougars guard Ryan Larson (11) controls the ball during the first half against the San Diego State Aztecs at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Russell Lansford-USA TODAY Sports

The Charlotte-based team showcased remarkable accuracy from inside the arc, converting 61 percent of their two-point attempts. Their overall field goal percentage stood at an impressive 48 percent, as they made good use of their possessions. The free-throw line was also friendly to the home team; they capitalized on these opportunities by making 21 out of 28 attempts for a solid free throw percentage of about three-quarters.


Defensively, both teams matched each other with three blocks apiece. However, it was in rebounding that the Charlotte squad demonstrated superiority by collecting six more than their opponents did – ending with a total rebound count at thirty-six against forty-three for the Roadrunners. This included twenty-six defensive boards which helped limit second-chance points for UTSA.


The offense for UTSA wasn't without merit; they managed to sink ten three-pointers and earned eighteen second-chance points thanks largely to fourteen offensive rebounds. Yet despite these efforts and scoring forty-four in the first half, they could not sustain this pace and only added twenty-six more in subsequent play.


Charlotte's ability to convert turnovers into points was another key aspect of their gameplay; they scored fourteen off UTSA's nine turnovers while committing eight themselves but did not allow any points from them.


Looking ahead after this successful outing at Dale F. Halton Arena, fans can anticipate watching their next game against Wichita State Shockers on February 18th at noon local time (Eastern Time). This upcoming match will be held right here in Charlotte at Dale F. Halton Arena and will be broadcast nationally on ESPN2 channel two hundred nine for those who wish to tune in remotely.

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