UAB Blazers Outmaneuver Louisiana Tech Bulldogs in Ruston Rumble
The University of Alabama at Birmingham Blazers improved their record to an impressive tally after a hard-fought victory over the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs with a final score of 81-74. The Bulldogs, on the other hand, faced another setback as their record took a hit following the encounter.
At the Thomas Assembly Center in Ruston, fans witnessed an intense battle where both teams displayed remarkable tenacity. The UAB Blazers showed exceptional resilience, overcoming a one-point halftime deficit by rallying in the second half to outscore their opponents with 47 points compared to the Bulldogs' 39. This surge was pivotal for UAB's triumph.
The Blazers' offense was fueled by an aggressive approach that led to them attempting 62 field goals and converting 37 percent of those attempts. Their three-point shooting was particularly effective, hitting nine out of 22 attempts which translated into a solid 41 percent success rate from beyond the arc. Free throws were also crucial for UAB as they capitalized on these opportunities by making 26 out of 35 shots from the line, achieving a commendable free throw percentage of approximately 74 percent.
On defense and rebounding fronts, UAB showed dominance as well. They amassed an impressive total of 44 rebounds—21 defensive and an additional substantial number coming from offensive boards with nineteen grabs—giving them multiple second-chance opportunities that resulted in thirty second-chance points. Moreover, they managed to force twelve turnovers from Louisiana Tech while committing only eight themselves; this led to seventeen points off turnovers for UAB.
The home team put up a valiant effort despite falling short against their visitors. The Bulldogs had higher accuracy within two-point range at about forty-eight percent but struggled slightly more from long distance and at the charity stripe compared to UAB's performance. They also recorded fewer rebounds (thirty-five) and assists (eleven), which may have contributed to their inability to keep pace with UAB's scoring runs.
As fans look ahead after this gripping contest between conference rivals, they can mark their calendars for when University of Alabama at Birmingham Blazers take on Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders next week. This upcoming game is scheduled for January seventeenth at nine PM Eastern Time at Murphy Athletic Center in Murfreesboro, TN; it will be broadcasted live on CBS Sports Network for supporters unable or unwilling to miss any action involving their beloved team.