UC Riverside defeats Stanton 95-70

Stanton Leaves Riverside Reeling with 25-Point Thrashing

In a non-conference matchup that served as a statement win, UC Riverside hosted Stanton at the SRC Arena on Wednesday night. The final score read 95-70 in favor of the home team, marking a resounding victory for the Highlanders.

As the visiting team, Stanton struggled to find its footing from the outset, with the hosts taking an early lead and never looking back. By halftime, UC Riverside held a commanding 45-31 advantage, setting the tone for what promised to be a one-sided affair.

The largest leads of the night came at the hands of Andrew Henderson, who scored 26 points on 6-10 three-point shooting and 60.0% field goal percentage. His performance was complemented by Osiris Grady's all-around effort, as he secured 18 rebounds, scored 19 points, and handed out three assists.

Meanwhile, Stanton's Nigel McKay led his team in scoring with 18 points on 4-7 three-point shooting and 58.3% field goal percentage. Jovanni Tapia added 12 points, two assists, and two rebounds for the visitors.

The difference in performance was stark, with UC Riverside boasting an eFG% of 63.9%, compared to Stanton's 55.1%. The Highlanders' advantage was reflected in their fast break points (16) and points off turnovers (9), which further underscored their dominant display.

While Stanton struggled from beyond the arc (44.0%), UC Riverside took care of business from three, sinking 14 out of 28 attempts. This disparity highlighted a telling contrast between the two teams' approaches to offense.

The final score read like a statement win for UC Riverside, with the team's balanced performance and stifling defense leading the way. As Stanton departed the arena, it was clear that this victory would serve as a turning point in the Highlanders' season – one they will look to build upon in the coming weeks.