In a closely contested TBT matchup at Freedom Hall, The Ville narrowly defeated Uknighted 79-70, showcasing a blend of veteran leadership and young talent.
The Ville’s victory was spearheaded by a dominant performance from Montrezl Harrell, who bullied his way to a double-double with 20 points and 9 rebounds. Harrell’s presence in the paint was a constant threat, as he shot an efficient 7-12 from the field and grabbed 3 offensive boards.
David Johnson provided a perimeter punch for The Ville, knocking down 5 three-pointers en route to 17 points. His 8 rebounds and 3 assists rounded out an impressive all-around game. Chris Jones came off the bench to contribute 14 points and 2 steals, providing a spark when the starters needed rest.
For Uknighted, Vance Hall led the charge with 18 points on 7-12 shooting, including a sharp 3-8 from beyond the arc. Dylan Penn provided a strong presence off the bench, scoring 20 points in just 28 minutes of play.
The game was a tale of contrasting styles, with The Ville relying on interior dominance and Uknighted living by the three-pointer. The Ville outscored Uknighted in the paint, while Uknighted hit 12 threes to The Ville’s 6.
Rebounding was dead even at 28 apiece, but The Ville’s ability to get to the free-throw line proved crucial. They attempted 27 free throws to Uknighted’s 5, converting 19 of them for a 70.4% success rate.
Both teams struggled with ball security, with The Ville committing 16 turnovers to Uknighted’s 10. However, The Ville’s superior assist numbers (16 to 9) showed their ability to create better scoring opportunities.
The game remained close throughout, with neither team able to pull away decisively. In the end, The Ville’s balanced attack and ability to get to the charity stripe proved to be the difference-maker in this tightly contested TBT battle.
This victory propels The Ville forward in the TBT tournament, while Uknighted exits with their heads held high after a competitive showing against a talented opponent.
