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The GCU men’s basketball team continued its hot start to the season Saturday night, cruising to a 99-81 victory over Bethune-Cookman at Global Credit Union Arena. The Lopes improved to 2-0 on the year after putting together an explosive offensive performance that featured balanced scoring and a fast-paced attack from start to finish. [espn.com]
GCU Sets the Tone Early
Grand Canyon took control in the opening half, building a 56-43 lead at the break behind efficient scoring and strong ball movement. The Lopes never allowed Bethune-Cookman to seriously threaten after halftime, matching their first-half output with another 43 points in the second period to secure the 18-point victory. [espn.com]
The Lopes showcased their depth throughout the night, getting production from both their starting lineup and bench while consistently attacking the rim. GCU finished with several highlight-reel dunks and transition baskets as it wore down the Wildcats over 40 minutes. [espn.com]
Henley Leads Balanced Attack
Jaden Henley paced Grand Canyon with 21 points, knocking down six field goals and converting seven of eight free-throw attempts. Henley’s aggressive play set the tone offensively as the Lopes pushed toward the century mark for the second consecutive game. [espn.com]
The supporting cast also delivered. Efe Demirel grabbed a team-high seven rebounds, while Tre Holloman distributed five assists. GCU received contributions across the roster, helping the Lopes maintain offensive pressure throughout the contest. [espn.com]
Lopes Stay Unbeaten
Bethune-Cookman was led by Connor Teasley, who scored 15 points, but the Wildcats had no answer for Grand Canyon’s offensive firepower. The Lopes led by double digits for much of the game and finished with a commanding 99 points in front of their home crowd. [espn.com]
With the win, GCU moves to 2-0 and continues to build momentum early in the season. Through two games, the Lopes have displayed the offensive depth and athleticism that could make them one of the top contenders in the WAC. [espn.com]
Final Score: GCU 99, Bethune-Cookman 81.
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