In a thrilling college basketball showdown, KyeRon Lindsay-Martin’s explosive performance off the bench pushed the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Blazers to a commanding 72-47 win over the University of North Carolina Asheville Bulldogs.
The game, played in Birmingham, Alabama, saw Lindsay-Martin rack up 24 points and eight rebounds. He really showed off his presence on the court.
This win bumps the Blazers’ season record to 9-4. The Bulldogs, meanwhile, slip to 6-8.
Lindsay-Martin Shines Off the Bench
What a night for KyeRon Lindsay-Martin. Coming off the bench, he poured in 24 points and made his mark on both ends of the floor.
He also snagged eight rebounds, making sure his presence was felt all game long.
First Half Dominance
The Blazers wasted no time taking control, setting the pace with 13:57 left in the first half.
By halftime, UAB was up 42-26. Evan Chatman chipped in with nine points and five rebounds, helping build that early cushion.
Second Half Surge
Lindsay-Martin just kept going, scoring 16 of his 24 points after the break.
His energy and knack for finding the basket made sure UNC Asheville never really got close. UAB’s defense also held firm, shutting down the Bulldogs’ scoring chances.
Notable Performances
Lindsay-Martin stole the spotlight, but he wasn’t alone. Evan Chatman added nine points and five rebounds, especially making noise in the first half.
Quaran McPherson pitched in with nine points, hitting 4 of 10 from the field.
UNC Asheville’s Efforts
The Bulldogs had a few bright spots despite the tough loss. Toyaz Solomon led them with 16 points and 10 rebounds, showing some real grit.
Justin Wright added 12 points. Kameron Taylor put up 10 points and grabbed six rebounds. Still, it just wasn’t enough to slow down the Blazers.
- Bench Strength: Lindsay-Martin’s night off the bench says a lot about UAB’s depth.
- Defensive Prowess: Holding UNC Asheville to 47 points? That’s some serious defense.
- Team Effort: Chatman and McPherson’s contributions highlight how this team works together.
Looking Ahead
With this win, UAB moves to 9-4 and looks like a team with real potential in college hoops. They’ll try to keep this momentum rolling into their next games.
UNC Asheville, on the other hand, has some regrouping to do if they want to climb back from 6-8 as the season moves on. Guess we’ll see what happens next.
Conclusion
KyeRon Lindsay-Martin came off the bench and just lit it up, scoring 24 points. UAB really pulled away from UNC Asheville, finishing with a 72-47 win.
The Blazers leaned on teamwork and some gritty defense. UNC Asheville just couldn’t find their rhythm, honestly.
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