Unlv Basketball Loses 1st Exhibition Game On Canadian Tour
The UNLV Runnin' Rebels basketball team has been on a Canadian tour, playing exhibition games against various Canadian teams. Unfortunately, in their first exhibition game, the team suffered a loss against the Carleton Ravens. The final score of the game was 83-71.
The Game
The game was held at the Carleton University athletic facility in Ottawa, Canada. The Rebels started the game strong, taking an early 18-10 lead in the first quarter. However, the Ravens fought back to tie the game at 30-30 by halftime.
The second half of the game saw the Ravens take control of the game, outscoring the Rebels 53-41. The Rebels struggled to make shots, shooting only 38% from the field and 25% from beyond the arc. The Ravens, on the other hand, shot 47% from the field and 43% from three-point range.
The Rebels were led by senior guard Amauri Hardy, who scored 22 points, grabbed 6 rebounds, and dished out 3 assists. Sophomore forward Bryce Hamilton added 14 points and 7 rebounds. The Ravens were led by forward Cameron Smythe, who had 15 points and 6 rebounds.
The Tour
The Rebels' Canadian tour consists of a total of 4 games, with the next game being against the Ottawa Gee-Gees. The Gee-Gees are known for their strong basketball program, having won 14 national championships in Canadian university basketball.
After the game against the Gee-Gees, the Rebels will play two more exhibition games against the Ryerson Rams and the UQAM Citadins. The tour serves as a chance for the team to get some valuable playing time and experience before the regular season begins in November.
What's Next?
The loss to the Ravens is a setback for the Runnin' Rebels, but it's still early in the season. The team has plenty of time to regroup and improve before the regular season begins.
The Rebels have a solid roster this year, led by senior guard Amauri Hardy and sophomore forward Bryce Hamilton. The team also added some talented freshmen, including guard Elijah Mitrou-Long and forward Nick Blake.
Head coach T.J. Otzelberger is optimistic about the team's potential this year, stating in a recent interview, "We have a lot of talented players who are hungry to compete and win. We're excited to see what we can accomplish this season."
Conclusion
While the loss to the Carleton Ravens is disappointing, it's important to remember that it's still early in the season. The Runnin' Rebels have plenty of time to improve and prepare for the regular season.
The team's Canadian tour serves as a valuable opportunity to gain experience and fine-tune their skills. With a talented roster and a dedicated coaching staff, the Rebels have the potential to achieve great things this season.
