The Central Washington University men’s basketball team faced a tough loss against the University of Alaska Anchorage. The game was intense, filled with lead changes, but the Seawolves ultimately pulled ahead and secured a 76-70 victory.
Game Overview:
- Final Score: Central Washington 70, Alaska Anchorage 76
- Records: CWU (11-11, 5-6 GNAC), UAA (16-7, 8-4 GNAC)
- Location: Alaska Airlines Center, Anchorage, Alaska
Key Insights:
CWU’s head coach Brandon Rinta noted that the performance of UAA’s Bishop Tosi was crucial. Tosi scored 30 points and made several key plays at critical moments. Rinta commented, “We had some good stretches, but not enough to beat a solid team like UAA on the road.”
How the Game Played Out:
The Wildcats started strong, taking an early 6-0 lead with quick threes from Bradley Swillie and Jordan Clark. However, UAA quickly responded, tying the game and eventually taking the lead. The teams battled back and forth, but UAA went into halftime with a slight edge at 35-31.
In the second half, UAA surged ahead with a 7-2 run. CWU fought back with strong performances from Clark and Calvin Sisk, closing the gap to just one point. Yet, UAA’s offense ramped up, especially Tosi’s consistent scoring, which kept Central at bay.
Despite late-game efforts from the Wildcats, including a thrilling three-pointer from Eli Williams, the Seawolves maintained their lead, ultimately winning the game and completing a season sweep over CWU.
Statistical Highlights:
- CWU Scorers: Clark and Haynes both led with 16 points each. Eli Williams contributed 12 points, while Jamari Harris added 7.
- UAA Highlights: Besides Tosi’s impressive 30 points, Sylas Williams and Hasaan Herrington added 14 and 13 points, respectively.
- CWU shot 42.9% from the field and 33.3% from three-point range. In contrast, UAA shot 53.6% overall and 37.5% from beyond the arc.
Historical Context:
This game marked the 55th matchup between these two teams. UAA now leads the all-time series 29-25, with the Wildcats struggling at 7-18 when playing in Anchorage.
With each match, the competition heats up, highlighting the dedication and skill in the Great Northwest Athletic Conference.
The Wildcats will next meet the University of Alaska Fairbanks on Saturday afternoon, aiming to bounce back from this recent defeat. The game is set to tip-off at 4:15 PM PST.
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