Ottawa fell 100-67 to No. 19 Concordia on Tuesday in Seward, Nebraska, as the Bulldogs’ strong shooting and points off turnovers put the game out of reach. Jackson Harding led the Braves with 12 points, while Aries Hull posted a double-double and Deng Luwal added 11 points off the bench.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: Concordia 100, Ottawa 67.
  • Ottawa shot 38.7% from the field; Concordia shot 54.8%.
  • Concordia scored 29 points off Ottawa’s 21 turnovers.
  • Hull had 11 points and 11 rebounds; Luwal scored 11 points in 11 minutes.
Yes, But

Ottawa won the rebounding battle 40-35, including a 17-12 edge on the offensive glass, and scored 15 second-chance points. But the Braves’ shooting and turnovers proved costly, while Concordia built a 30-point halftime lead.

What's Next

Ottawa opens KCAC play against Tabor College in Hillsboro, Kansas, on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 7 p.m.

Bottom Line

The Braves showed some strength on the boards, but they’ll need to protect the ball and improve their shooting as conference play begins.