The UC Riverside Highlanders beat the Long Beach State 49ers 88-76 in a Big West Conference men's basketball game on Monday night. The Highlanders dominated the first half of the game, leading by 22 points at halftime. Long Beach State tried to make a comeback in the second half, but UC Riverside maintained their lead and won the game comfortably.
Zac Watson, Arinze Chidom, and Oliver Hayes-Brown had impressive performances for the Highlanders, each scoring in double figures. Watson finished with 19 points, Chidom had 18 points and nine rebounds, and Hayes-Brown had 13 points and nine rebounds.
For Long Beach State, Trever Irish was the leading scorer with 21 points, while Jadon Jones had 15 points and seven rebounds. The 49ers struggled with turnovers, committing 16 in the game, which the Highlanders capitalized on.
UC Riverside improved to 13-11 overall and 7-5 in conference play with the win, while Long Beach State fell to 7-19 overall and 2-10 in conference play.
The Highlanders will play their next game against the Cal State Fullerton Titans on Thursday, while the 49ers will take on the UC Irvine Anteaters on Saturday.
The UC Riverside Highlanders basketball team secured a big win against the Long Beach State 49ers on Monday night, improving their standing in the Big West Conference. In this comprehensive article, we'll take a closer look at the game, analyze the key players and moments, and examine what this victory means for the Highlanders going forward.
UC Riverside's Dominant First Half
The Highlanders dominated the first half of the game, outscoring Long Beach State by 22 points at halftime. They had a 46-24 lead going into the second half, thanks to some strong performances by key players.
Zac Watson was the top scorer for the Highlanders, finishing the game with 19 points. Arinze Chidom had 18 points and nine rebounds, while Oliver Hayes-Brown had 13 points and nine rebounds. These impressive performances set the tone for UC Riverside's strong start.
Long Beach State's Comeback Attempt
Despite their large deficit at halftime, the 49ers didn't give up. They tried to mount a comeback in the second half, and although they outscored the Highlanders in the second half, they were unable to overcome the first-half deficit.
Trever Irish was the leading scorer for Long Beach State, finishing the game with 21 points. Jadon Jones had 15 points and seven rebounds. Unfortunately, the 49ers struggled with turnovers, committing 16 in the game, which allowed the Highlanders to capitalize on their mistakes.
UC Riverside's Impressive Season
The Highlanders improved their overall record to 13-11 and their conference record to 7-5 with this victory. They have been a competitive team in the Big West Conference this season, and this win solidifies their standing.
UC Riverside has a balanced team with multiple players who can step up and make an impact in games. Watson, Chidom, and Hayes-Brown were the top performers in this game, but the Highlanders have other talented players who can contribute as well.
Looking Ahead
The Highlanders will face the Cal State Fullerton Titans in their next game, and they'll be looking to continue.
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