Spartans Fall Short to #24 Alabama Huntsville

Huntsville, Ala. – The Spartans come up short to #24 Alabama Huntsville, behind Jacob Harris' 26-point night.

Final Score: Alabama-Huntsville 81, Tampa 71

Records:  Tampa (0-2), Alabama-Huntsville (3-1)

Location: Kelly Court Spragins Hall | Huntsville, AL

All-time series: The Chargers even the series to a 5-5 record against the Spartans.

HOW IT HAPPENED

FIRST HALF

The Spartans instantly flooded the gate with three-straight three-pointers to open the seam early. An early 11-7 lead would cut instantly to a four-point Chargers lead (12-16). The Charger's defensive pressure early on allowed frequent Spartan shot clock violations. The Spartans also gave up 15 turnovers within 18 minutes of play. The Chargers capitalized on this lead increasing to eight (28-20) at the five-minute mark. They would continue the streak by going on a 9-6 run to close out the half up top. Spartan's Jacob Harris, scored a last-second three-pointer at the end. Harris finished the half with five three-pointers trying to keep the Spartans alive. || Score: 37-29 Chargers

SECOND HALF

The Spartans trailed coming into the second half and could not turn it around as the Chargers continued their run of baskets, increasing the lead to double-digits instantly out of the gate. Spartan's Harris, who had a stellar first half, took his talents inside the three-point arc, knocking multiple shots to keep the Spartans in the game. By the nine-minute mark, the Chargers led by 18, the most they led in the game all night. The Spartans finally got the lead down to single digits, however, it was far too late with 30 seconds remaining in the game. || Final: 81-70 Chargers

INSIDE THE STATS

• Jacob Harris recorded a double-double with 26 pts, and 10 rebounds.
• Tampa made 14 3's on 44% shooting behind the arch.
• The Spartans lead in second chance pts 13-7.

BEYOND THE BOX

• The Spartans lead in field goal %, rebounds, and assists.
• Bryant Brown lead all bench points with 9 in 18 minutes.
• The Spartans had 20 turnovers.

UP NEXT: The Spartans return home for the home opener against the Barry Buccaneers on Nov.19 at 4 p.m.

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