Charlotte 49ers Dominate Shockers in a Showcase of Precision at Halton Arena
The Charlotte 49ers emerged victorious with a commanding performance against the Wichita State Shockers, concluding the game with a score of 74-48. The home team's record now stands at an impressive tally, while the visiting Shockers left with their own record reflecting their struggle to keep pace. The Dale F. Halton Arena witnessed the 49ers' dominance from start to finish as they outscored the Shockers in every quarter.
The Charlotte-based team showcased superior accuracy throughout the game, converting 47 percent of their field goal attempts and an outstanding 87 percent from the free-throw line. Their prowess from beyond the arc was also on display as they hit 41 percent of their three-point shots. The defensive effort by the home team was equally notable, amassing five blocks and three steals over four quarters.
On offense, Charlotte's teamwork shone through with a total of 21 assists, demonstrating fluid ball movement against Wichita State's defense. This cohesive play contributed significantly to their scoring runs and helped maintain control over the game's tempo. Additionally, they capitalized on turnovers by scoring 20 points off Wichita State’s mistakes.
Rebounding was another area where Charlotte excelled; they pulled down a total of 43 rebounds—26 defensive and an additional dozen on offense—giving them numerous second-chance opportunities which translated into eleven second-chance points.
Conversely, despite putting up a valiant effort, Wichita State struggled to find their rhythm offensively throughout most of this conference matchup. They shot just 36 percent from field goal range and were less effective from long distance at only twenty-two percent success rate for threes.
As for individual performances that stood out for both teams: one player’s contribution cannot be overlooked as she orchestrated plays that kept her teammates engaged and opponents guessing; her vision on court played a pivotal role in securing this win for Charlotte.
Looking ahead after this emphatic victory at home, fans can catch The Charlotte 49ers next when they travel to face Florida Atlantic Owls at FAU Arena located in Boca Raton on March third scheduled for two o'clock PM Eastern Time. This encounter will be available for viewing so supporters can follow along as The Charlotte team takes on another challenge in hopes of continuing their winning ways.