Quality basketball is set to take center stage as Charlotte 49ers gets ready to take on Appalachian State. The stakes are real for either side in NCAA, with tip-off scheduled for
Across USA, the game keeps a loyal base of supporters, which only adds to the context around this meeting.
Early shot selection could go a long way toward setting the pace. How both teams approach the first quarter could end up shaping the flow of the whole night. Can perimeter shooting stay consistent under pressure? How will each side's half-court defense adjust as the game wears on?
Both sides look capable of making this a genuinely close one. Might bench depth end up deciding things? Fans can follow Basketball live scoring and updates as the action unfolds.
The victory of Charlotte 49ers: 1.28
The victory of Appalachian State: 3.15