East Carolina Pirates faced off against the South Carolina Gamecocks in a tough matchup, ultimately falling short with a final score of 75-68. Despite a strong effort from Jordan Riley, who scored 18 points, and solid performances from RJ Felton and C.J. Walker, the Pirates couldn’t overcome the Gamecocks’ 12 made three-pointers. South Carolina’s Jamarii Thomas led the way with 22 points, while Collin Murray-Boyles recorded a double-double with 20 points and 10 rebounds.
The game started off slow, with both teams struggling offensively. East Carolina managed to build a lead in the first half, but South Carolina’s hot shooting brought them back into the game. The Pirates struggled in the second half as the Gamecocks extended their lead with a barrage of three-pointers.
Despite the loss, there were some positive takeaways for East Carolina. This was the first game of the season where Felton, Riley, and Walker each scored in double figures. However, the team was outscored by 24 points from behind the arc, with South Carolina making 12 threes compared to ECU’s four.
Looking ahead, East Carolina will return home to face North Alabama in the first of a three-game homestand. The Pirates will look to bounce back from this loss and improve their performance, especially on the defensive end, as they aim to secure a win in front of their home crowd. Fans can catch the action on ESPN+ on Wednesday at 7 p.m.
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