It was tied at the end of the first quarter.
For the third consecutive game they played a ridiculously bad second quarter (24-10) where the defense was non-existent, they missed easy shots and took some very bad shots.
Bozzella went off during the interview at the end of halftime. He was on fire, and highly critical of the team's effort.
The Pirates won the third quarter and tied in the fourth.
So the team needs to play all four quarters. This team is very good.
I think there could be a little bit of an attitude and discipline issue. Perhaps some players started to get big heads? Perhaps some players are playing too much one-on-one? For example, TRS, senior, of all people, did not start today due to a "coach's decision."
She ended up with 34 points. Jones grabbed 12 rebounds.
Unfortunately, Jones and Powell were 1-10 on threes. Players missed many chippies and they missed several critical free throws in the last three minutes.
And as the TV analyst said, when you are double or triple-teamed, don't force it. Pass the ball to an open player,
If you take away the second quarter, they played a great game on the road. Players need to realize that all four quarters count.