New Haven opened its season with a 103-44 home win over Mitchell, taking control with a 17-0 start and turning 40 turnovers into 52 points. Teaira Kelley recorded a triple-double with 23 points, 11 rebounds and 10 offensive boards; Tanavia Turpin added 21 points.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: New Haven 103, Mitchell 44.
  • New Haven forced 40 turnovers and scored 52 points off them.
  • Kelley: 23 points, 11 rebounds, 10 offensive rebounds and 4 steals.
  • Turpin: 21 points, 9 rebounds and 3 steals.
What's Next

New Haven travels to Knoxville, Tennessee, to face the University of Tennessee on Tuesday, Nov. 10. The listed tipoff time is 12 a.m.

Bottom Line

A dominant defensive effort and a fast start gave New Haven a decisive opening-night win, with Kelley and Turpin leading a balanced scoring attack.