#14 North Georgia defeats Wingate University 89-80 in NCAA Tourney opener with a strong second-half performance, advancing to 26-6 while Wingate finishes their season at 22-9.

The Big Picture

The top-seeded North Georgia Nighthawks secured victory over eighth-seeded Wingate University in the NCAA Southeast Regional men's basketball tournament quarterfinals.

By the Numbers
  • UNG shot 53% from the field and 50% from three-point range, while Wingate shot 47% and 46% respectively.
  • North Georgia outrebounded Wingate 39-23, with a 16-11 lead in second-chance points.
State of Play
  • North Georgia's strong offensive performance secured them the win and advancement in the tournament.
  • Wingate showed resilience but couldn't close the gap in the second half against UNG's lead.
What's Next

North Georgia will proceed in the NCAA Southeast Regional tournament, while Wingate's season comes to a close with a strong effort.

Bottom Line

#14 North Georgia's victory over Wingate University in the NCAA Tourney opener highlights their dominance and advancement in the tournament, marking the end of Wingate's season with a hard-fought effort.