OTTAWA, Kan. – The Ottawa University men's basketball team opened the 2024-25 season with an 82-52 victory over Jarvis Christian University on Friday evening in Wilson Field House.
The Braves jumped out to a 20-6 lead over the Bulldogs. Two free throws by
PJ Twa gave OU a 29-13 lead with 5:24 left in the first half. Ottawa ended the half on a 12-6 run, taking a 41-19 lead into the locker room.
OU dominated the second half, holding the Bulldogs to 2-for-15 shooting from behind the 3-pt line, taking the 82-52 victory.
Inside the Box Score
- Ottawa shot 40.3 percent from the floor, 18.8 percent from behind the 3-pt line, and 75.9 percent from the free throw line.
- The Braves led 15-12 in points off turnovers, had a 38-26 advantage in points in the paint, led 15-9 in second-chance scoring, and OU's bench outscored Jarvis Christian's 34-10.
- Keith Robinson was one rebound away from a double-double. He finished the contest with 24 points on 10-for-14 shooting and nine rebounds.
- Sam Williams came off the bench to finish with nine rebounds.
- Najee Jones led OU with five assists and four steals.
- Alex Riddick had two blocks.
Who is Next
Ottawa (1-0) returns to the court on Monday, Oct. 28 against Baker University in Wilson Field House. Tip off is scheduled for 8:00 p.m.
