Bellarmine defeats Chattanooga 79-64

Bellarmine Pulls Off Stunning Comeback Over Chattanooga

In a thrilling non-conference matchup, Bellarmine (HOME) emerged victorious over visiting Chattanooga by a score of 79-64 at Knights Hall on Thursday evening.

Trailing by as many as nine points at halftime, the Knights staged an incredible comeback, outscoring their opponents 52-36 in the second half to take control of the game. The momentum shift was largely driven by Bellarmine's balanced attack, which saw multiple players contribute to the surge.

The key to the Knights' resurgence was a 20-point performance from senior forward Jack Karasinski, who also grabbed 12 rebounds and dished out two assists. Karasinski's all-around effort helped fuel a 53.8% field goal percentage and 86.0% free throw rate for Bellarmine.

In contrast, Chattanooga struggled to find its shooting rhythm, converting just 33.0% of their field goal attempts and 22.0% from three-point range. The Mocs' bench was particularly ineffective, scoring only six points in the second half.

Chattanooga's Brennan Watkins led all scorers with 20 points, but his team ultimately couldn't overcome the deficit. Jordan Frison chipped in with a strong game off the bench, contributing 4 assists and 3 rebounds for the away team.

The Knights' victory marked their first win at home this season, and it serves as a confidence booster heading into conference play. For Bellarmine, the win is a testament to the team's ability to respond to adversity and capitalize on its chances.

Game Stats:

* Field Goals: Bellarmine (47.0%), Chattanooga (33.0%)

* 3-Point FG: Bellarmine (38.0%), Chattanooga (22.0%)

* Free Throws: Bellarmine (86.0%), Chattanooga (80.0%)

* Rebounds: Bellarmine (41), Chattanooga (33)

* Assists: Bellarmine (16), Chattanooga (9)

Game Notes:

* The Mocs' loss snaps their two-game winning streak.

* Bellarmine's victory marked its first win at home this season.

* Karasinski's 20 points and 12 rebounds led all players in the game.