Charlotte 49ers Fall to Tulsa Golden Hurricane as Ben Bradford Shines Bright

The Charlotte 49ers faced off against the Tulsa Golden Hurricane in a competitive matchup at Dale F. Halton Arena. The game concluded with the Golden Hurricane securing an 86-74 victory over the Niners, bringing their record to 0-1 for Charlotte and improving Tulsa's to 1-0.

First Half

The first half saw both teams battling fiercely, with the Niners managing to keep pace with their opponents. Ben Bradford emerged as a key player for Charlotte, contributing significantly with his scoring prowess. He led his team by scoring efficiently from both inside and beyond the arc, showcasing a field goal percentage of 62 percent and hitting half of his three-point attempts.

Despite Bradford's efforts, Tulsa managed to take control by leveraging their strong shooting performance. The Golden Hurricane shot an impressive 51 percent from the field in this period, which helped them establish a lead by halftime.

Second Half

As play resumed after halftime, the Niners attempted to close the gap through strategic plays and defensive adjustments. However, Tulsa maintained their momentum thanks to effective ball movement that resulted in numerous assists throughout this period.

Charlotte's defense was tested repeatedly as they tried to contain Tulsa’s offensive surge. The Forty-Niners' bench players contributed well with a total of 25 points but were unable to match up against TU’s relentless attack which included fast break points and second-chance opportunities.

Final Outcome

In conclusion of this encounter between these two teams, it was evident that while individual performances like that of Ben Bradford stood out for UNCC; collectively they fell short against an efficient opponent who capitalized on every opportunity presented during gameplay.

Looking ahead for fans eager about upcoming fixtures: mark your calendars! On January 18th at Williams Arena at Minges Coliseum located in Greenville NC - catch all action live via ESPN+ when Charlotte faces East Carolina Pirates scheduled at exactly two o'clock PM Eastern Time!

For those interested further insights into how each player performed during last night’s eventful clash – check out detailed breakdowns available under “Charlotte post-match stats” section online now! Don’t forget also explore exclusive content such interviews featuring key figures discussing what went right or wrong according “Charlotte vs TU full match report”.

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