Raleigh, NC. – It's been a tough start to 2023 for Chucky Brown and the men's basketball team as it sports a 7-game losing streak. With injuries piling up seemingly every game, the Falcons have been shorthanded in most of its contest, which has hurt an already young team. With an inspiring performance against Fayetteville State University in front of a lively home crowd, the Falcons will look to feed off that same energy and use that as additional support in case it is down another player. As in any rivalry game, anything can happen regardless of what the records show.
Head Coach Chucky Brown Quote:
"This is my first game between Shaw and Saint Augustine's and I am looking forward to the energy and excitement from both teams, and I think it's going to be a fun game for the fans and the players."
The Broadcast
Wednesday's game will be aired on the CIAA Sports Network. Tipoff is at 7:30 PM ET. Interested viewers must have a subscription in order to view the game.
Notes You Need To Know
- The Falcons have a 14-12 record against the Bears in their playing history
- SAU won the last contest last season 64-61
- Jaylen Richard was a key contributor in the Falcons last matchup against the Bears with 14 points and 7 rebounds
- SAU is currently last in the CIAA with a 2-8 conference record
- Jaylen Richard currently leads the Falcons in scoring (12.0 ppg)
About Shaw University
- The Bears are coming off a tough loss to Virginia State on the road (73-70)
- Shaw is currently third in the Northern Division in the CIAA and 5-5 in conference play
- The Bears have struggled on the road this season with a 1-4 record on the year
- Shaw is a high-volume 3-point shooting team and leads the CIAA in attempts (429) and percentage (37.3)
- The Bears have four players currently averaging double-figures on the season. DJ Thomas (14.5), Shayne Siage (13.4), Jeremiah Pope (11.5), and Caleb Simmons (10.0)
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