Washington Huskies' Late Surge Falls Short Against Seattle Redhawks

The Washington Huskies faced off against the Seattle Redhawks in a closely contested game at Climate Pledge Arena. The final score was 70-66, with the Redhawks edging out the Huskies. This result leaves Washington with a record of 0-1, while Seattle improves to 1-0.

First Half

The first half saw both teams battling for control, with the Washington Huskies taking an early lead. They managed to put up 29 points compared to the Seattle Redhawks' 26 points. Desmond Claude was instrumental in this period, contributing significantly to Washington's offensive efforts with his scoring and playmaking abilities.

Second Half

In the second half, the game intensified as both teams exchanged leads multiple times. The Dawgs struggled from beyond the arc but found success inside, scoring 42 points in the paint overall. Despite their efforts, they were unable to maintain their lead as Seattle surged ahead late in the game.

Franck Kepnang stood out defensively for Washington with his presence on rebounds and blocks. However, it was not enough to counteract Seattle's strong finish led by their effective shooting and defensive plays that included 10 blocks throughout the match.

Post-game Analysis

The post-game report Washington Huskies highlights some key areas for improvement such as reducing turnovers and increasing shooting efficiency from long range where they only managed a mere seven percent conversion rate on three-point attempts.

Looking ahead, fans can anticipate another exciting matchup when Washington hosts San Diego Toreros at Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion on December 22nd at 10:00 PM EDT. The game will be broadcasted live on BTN TV network.

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