UVA Wise secured a 71-61 victory over Bluefield State, capitalizing on strong paint scoring despite struggling with three-point shooting. The win improved their record to 5-1, with this game marking the first matchup between the two schools in nearly 30 years. Kam Roberts led the Cavs with 18 points, while multiple players contributed significantly to the team's strong interior performance.

By the Numbers
  • UVA Wise scored 48 of their 71 points in the paint.
  • Kam Roberts led the team with 18 points and 7 rebounds.
  • UVA Wise's record improved to 5-1, while Bluefield State fell to 0-5.
State of Play
  • UVA Wise maintained a strong defensive rebounding presence throughout the game.
  • The team executed a critical 10-0 run in the second half to widen their lead.
What's Next

Following a Thanksgiving break, UVA Wise will host VU Lynchburg on Saturday, November 29 at 2 p.m., aiming to extend their winning streak.

Bottom Line

UVA Wise's dominance in the paint was key to their latest win, showcasing the team's resilience and offensive adaptability which will be crucial for future matchups.