Treysen Eaglestaff's 20 points lead to another loss for North Dakota
- North Dakota Fightin' Hawks lost 80-57 to Utah Valley, with Treysen Eaglestaff contributing 20 points.
- The Fightin' Hawks have a season record of 4-6 and are 1-4 on the road, struggling with away games.
- UTSA Roadrunners, preparing for the upcoming game, have gone 2-1 in home games and are looking to leverage their rebounding strength.
In a recent game, held in the United States, the North Dakota Fightin' Hawks faced off against the Utah Valley Wolverines. The result of the match was an 80-57 loss for the Fightin' Hawks. Treysen Eaglestaff emerged as a key player for North Dakota, scoring a total of 20 points during the game. The team's performance raised concerns, particularly given their record of 4-6 for the season. This defeat was particularly challenging as it followed their efforts to improve their standings in the Summit League. On the other hand, the UTSA Roadrunners, sporting a record of 3-5, were preparing to host North Dakota. Known for their offensive rebounds, the Roadrunners had managed to win two of their three home games. Raekwon Horton, who plays a significant role in the team, leads UTSA with an average of 3.1 offensive rebounds per game. The team has been struggling offensively, with a shooting percentage of 39.9% this season. The Fightin' Hawks are notable for their 34.8 rebounds per game, a statistic that places them third in the Summit League, with Amar Kuljuhovic being a significant contributor averaging 6.3 rebounds. However, their overall record on the road stands at 1-4, highlighting challenges when playing away from their home court. As the two teams prepared to meet, UTSA’s defense has been under scrutiny due to their opponents maintaining a 47.0% shooting percentage against them. In contrast, North Dakota has allowed a slight disadvantage in their opponents’ shooting statistics, with teams averaging a shooting percentage of 47.6% against them. With both teams facing pressure to improve their records, the upcoming matchup is poised to be crucial in gaining momentum for either side in the season's competition.