First Half: Hawks Set the Tone

The Hawks came out strong, holding ULT to just 7 points in the first quarter and taking an early 10-7 lead. Richardson and Miles provided the offensive spark, combining for 14 first-half points. ULT responded in the second quarter, with Lukas and Osvaldas leading the charge, flipping the script to take a slim 23-21 lead at halftime.

Second Half: ULT Finds Their Groove

ULT adjusted their strategy after the break, with Osvaldas dominating in the paint and contributing 17 points on efficient 50% shooting. Despite their efforts, the Hawks struggled to maintain consistency, shooting just 39% from the field. Davis kept the Hawks in contention with timely three-pointers, but ULT's defensive grit and ball movement allowed them to extend their lead to 36-28 heading into the final quarter.

Final Quarter: A Fight to the Finish

The Hawks rallied late, outscoring ULT 12-7 in the fourth quarter, but it wasn’t enough to close the gap. ULT managed to hold on, securing a three-point victory in the game's closing moments.

Key Performances

ULT: Osvaldas was the standout performer, notching 17 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 steals. Lukas added 9 points and 5 assists, providing a steady hand for ULT's offence.

Hawks: Davis led the Hawks with 11 points and 5 rebounds, while Miles contributed 8 points and 4 rebounds in a strong all-around performance.

Team Stats
Rebounds: ULT edged the Hawks 24-25 on the boards.
Assists: ULT’s ball movement was crucial, leading to 10 assists compared to Hawks' 5.
Turnovers: Hawks committed 20 turnovers, with ULT capitalizing on those mistakes with 12 steals.
Shooting Efficiency: ULT shot 41.4% on two-pointers and 22.7% from beyond the arc, while the Hawks managed 39.4% and 37.5%, respectively.