Defense shines as UAB beats Charlotte 61-37
CHARLOTTE, N.C -- — Michael Ertel recorded 15 points as UAB romped past Charlotte 61-37 on Friday.
Jalen Benjamin added 10 points and Kassim Nicholson had 14 rebounds for UAB (10-1, 3-0 Conference USA). Tavin Lovan set career highs with eight assists and six steals.
Brice Williams had 13 points and three blocks for the 49ers (5-6, 1-2), who turned it over 21 times and shot 31.6%.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Tony Padilla
- Kipp Kissinger
- Raymie Styons
2024-25 American Athletic Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis | 0-0 | - | 9-3 |
| North Texas | 0-0 | - | 9-3 |
| Wichita State | 0-0 | - | 9-3 |
| Rice | 0-0 | - | 9-4 |
| East Carolina | 0-0 | - | 8-5 |
| Charlotte | 0-0 | - | 7-5 |
| Temple | 0-0 | - | 7-5 |
| UTSA | 0-0 | - | 6-5 |
| Florida Atlantic | 0-0 | - | 7-6 |
| UAB | 0-0 | - | 7-6 |
| South Florida | 0-0 | - | 6-6 |
| Tulane | 0-0 | - | 6-7 |
| Tulsa | 0-0 | - | 5-7 |
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