Sewanee men's basketball starts strong but ultimately fades in an 81-74 loss to Centre, despite an early 18-4 lead. Luka Avaliani records 10 points and nine assists, while Graham Smith adds 16 points. However, Sewanee struggles behind the arc, making just 8-of-27 three-point attempts and shooting 39 percent from the field overall. Centre's strong second half, aided by a 11-0 run, secures the victory.

By the Numbers
  • Sewanee makes just 8-of-27 three-point attempts
  • Centre's 11-0 run in the second half secures the victory
State of Play
  • Sewanee starts the game with an 18-4 lead but struggles to maintain momentum
  • Centre evens the game before halftime and pulls away in the second half
  • Luka Avaliani records 10 points and nine assists for Sewanee
  • Graham Smith adds 16 points for Sewanee
What's Next

Sewanee opens play in the SAA Championships against a yet-to-be-determined opponent.

Bottom Line

Sewanee's early lead fades as Centre's strong second half secures an 81-74 victory, highlighting the challenges faced by Sewanee in maintaining their momentum.