BREVARD, N.C. (Jan. 21, 2025) --The Pfeiffer University men's basketball team earned an 82-74 USA South road victory at Brevard College on Tuesday at Boshamer Gym.

The Falcons (8-6, 4-2) had three players score in double figures, led by Justin Gaten, who had 17 points. Alex Cunningham added 15 points and Doug Smith chipped in as well with 14 points and eight rebounds.

Smith pulled down three offensive rebounds to lead the Pfeiffer offense which grabbed 10 boards and turned them into 17 second chance points.

How It Happened

After falling behind 24-15, Pfeiffer would embark on an 8-0 run with 10:48 left in the first half to narrow its deficit to 24-23. The Falcons then closed the rest of the gap and grabbed a 45-41 lead heading into halftime. Pfeiffer did most of its first half damage in the paint, scoring 24 of its 45 points close to the basket.

Pfeiffer kept its lead intact before going on a 5-0 run to grow the lead to 75-66 with 4:49 to go in the contest. The Tornados narrowed the margin somewhat before the game was over, but the Falcons still cruised the rest of the way for the 82-74 win. Pfeiffer got a boost from its bench in the period, as non-starters accounted for 14 of its 37 total points.

Game Notes

» The Pfeiffer bench made an impact by adding 28 points to its scoring output.
» Pfeiffer had a 34-22 edge on the boards in the win.
» Pfeiffer cleaned up on the offensive glass, collecting 10 offensive boards in the game.
» Justin Gaten led the Falcons with 17 points.
» Pfeiffer got a game-high eight rebounds from Doug Smith.

Up Next
Pfeiffer will look to continue their winning ways on Saturday, Jan. 25 with another USA South road game, taking on William Peace University in Raleigh at 2:00 p.m.