The Dordt University men's basketball team turned in a strong performance Saturday afternoon, defeating Viterbo 84-62 in a non-conference game at the Bultman Center.
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The Defenders improved to 2-1 overall and led 42-27 at halftime and matched its first-half production with another 42 points after the break to secure the 22-point victory.
Dordt established control early, using balanced scoring and efficient shooting to build its halftime advantage. The Defenders shot 46.2 percent from the field in the opening half, including 4-of-9 three-point shooting, and converted 14-of-17 free throws.
The offensive efficiency continued in the second half as Dordt shot 50 percent from the field and finished the afternoon 28-of-58 overall (48.3 percent). The Defenders also connected on 8-of-19 three-point attempts (42.1 percent) and made 20-of-25 free throws (80 percent).
Dordt's largest lead reached 28 points at the 6:28 mark of the second half. Viterbo put together a stretch to trim the margin, but the Defenders maintained control and finished with the 84-62 win.
The Defenders also did a good job taking care of the basketball, committing 15 turnovers compared to Viterbo's 22. Dordt turned those turnovers into a 22-16 advantage in points off turnovers and held a 30-22 edge in points in the paint.
Dordt will face Dakota State on Tuesday night at 7:30 at the Pentagon in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Dordt Leaders
Team Stat Comparison
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Statistic
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Viterbo
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Dordt
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Field Goals
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23-62
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28-58
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Field Goal %
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37.1%
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48.3%
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3-Point Field Goals
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7-29
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8-19
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3-Point %
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24.1%
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42.1%
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Free Throws
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9-14
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20-25
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Free Throw %
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64.3%
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80.0%
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Rebounds
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38
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37
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Assists
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10
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16
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Turnovers
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22
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15
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