Leitao's Double-Double is not Enough for the Spartans

TAMPA, Fla. - The University of Tampa Spartans fall to Palm Beach Atlantic in a highly competitive game.

INSIDE THE MATCHUP:

Final Score: Palm Beach Atlantic Sailfish 77, Tampa Spartans 72

Records: Tampa (6-12, 2-8 SSC), Palm Beach Atlantic (12-6, 6-4 SSC)

Location: Bob Martinez Athletics Center | Tampa, Fla.

All-Time: Spartans still have the Sailfish's number with a 27-12 record.

HOW IT HAPPENED

1st HALF

The action began with a turnover by Palm Beach Atlantic, leading to a layup by Davis. Palm Beach Atlantic quickly responded with a 3-point jump shot. The game continued with several missed shots and rebounds on both sides, and Palm Beach Atlantic managed to maintain a narrow lead. With about 12 minutes remaining, Leitao made a jump shot, tying the score at 12-12. The teams traded turnovers, steals, and free throws, keeping the score close. In the final seconds of the half, Palm Beach Atlantic made a 3-pointer to bring their deficit to one. | Score: 34-33 Tampa

2nd HALF

There were missed layups and rebounds on both sides. Palm Beach Atlantic's lead 39-36. DAVIS responded with a jump shot, tying the game at 43-43. The game remained intense, with lead changes, ties, and missed shots, culminating in Palm Beach Atlantic winning 77-72 after free throws in the final seconds. | Score: 77-72 Palm Beach Atlantic

INSIDE THE STATS

• Davis led all Spartans with 26 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists, and 3 steals.
• Leitao received a double-double with 14 points and 11 rebounds,
• White had 11 points, 5 rebounds, and 3 assists.

BEYOND THE BOX

• Tampa shot 42.4% from the floor, 25% from behind the arch, and 75% from the line.
• Tampa had 11 bench points.
• Tampa out-rebound PBA 43-37.

UP NEXT: The University of Tampa Spartans will go on the road and face Embry-Riddle in Daytona Beach on Saturday, Jan. 27, at 6:00 P.M.