Fri Nov 22 17:50:00 UTC 2024: **Longwood Lancers Favored to Continue Winning Streak Against UAB Blazers**

FARMVILLE, VA – The Longwood Lancers (4-0) are set to face the UAB Blazers (2-2) on Friday, November 22nd, at the Sports & Fitness Center. While UAB has shown inconsistency this season, analysts predict a Longwood victory based on the Lancers’ strong start and the Blazers’ defensive struggles.

Longwood enters the game riding a four-game winning streak, most recently defeating Binghamton 66-63. Key players KJ McClurg (20 points, 5 rebounds) and Michael Christmas (14 points, 8 rebounds) have led the offensive charge, though the team averages 73.8 points per game on a relatively low-ranked offense (246th). However, their defense, ranked 52nd, is a significant strength, allowing only 63.6 points per game. KJ McClurg averages 16.6 points per game.

UAB, on the other hand, has experienced a mixed bag of results. After a low-scoring loss, they bounced back with a 109-64 victory over Auburn-Montgomery, a game where Ja’Borri McGhee scored 25 points with 6 assists and 4 rebounds. The Blazers boast a higher scoring average (83.2 points per game, 96th ranked offense), but their defense (196th ranked) gives up 71 points per game, a vulnerability that could prove costly against Longwood. Yaxel Lendeborg leads UAB with an 18-point average, shooting 55% from the field.

Analysts highlight Longwood’s consistent performance and strong defense as key factors in their prediction. They believe Longwood will surpass their season scoring average, making the difference in a close contest. The prediction favors Longwood against the spread.

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