Box Score The Night Hawks (5-2) came up short in their second game of the year against Bob Jones University, dropping an 83-72 decision in Greenville, SC Saturday afternoon. Thomas University beat BJU 88-75 on November 9, but couldn't quite close the deal today, playing from behind most of the game.
Senior Justyn Watkins led all scorers with 22 points, including 9-13 from the charity stripe. Max Grace added a season-high 21 on 9-11 shooting from the field.
The Night Hawks took an early lead, but the Bruins would answer and stretch the lead to as many as 7, before taking a five point lead to locker room at halftime. The second half wouldn't be any better for TU, as BJU would never trail by lass than 8 in the period.
Free throw shooting was the story for the Bruins, who were 33-38 from line, while TU managed 17-27.
The Night Hawks are back in action on Monday, November 25, when they continue their South Carolina swing at Columbia International. Tipoff is scheduled for 2:00pm.