PC Takes Control in Second Half and Beat Sacred Heart 78-64

PC Takes Control in Second Half and Beat Sacred Heart 78-64

The Providence College men’s basketball team struggled with Sacred Heart University on Saturday afternoon in Providence. The Friars only led 31-30 at the half.

The Friars were led by Bryce Hopkins with 26 points and 12 rebounds. Devin Carter and Corey Floyd, Jr. did not play reportedly due to injuries.

Carter was sorely missed as the Friars had ugly turnovers and lacked offensive spark.

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The Friars shot 51% for the game and a blistering 64% in the second half.

PC only edged Sacred Heart in the paint 34-32. But did outbound rebound the visitors 35-24.

The Friars move to 9-2, and the Pioneers fall to 4-8.

This was the last non-conference game for the Friars before the Big East opens.

The Friars' first conference game is Tuesday night against Marquette at home.