In a thrilling comeback, the Georgia Southern men's basketball team (8-6, 1-1 SBC) overcame an 11-point halftime deficit to defeat ULM (4-11, 0-2) in a game that showcased resilience and sharp shooting. The Eagles' second-half surge, fueled by a barrage of three-pointers, secured their victory as they commenced the new year on a high note. Head coach Charlie Henry praised his team's determination, noting that despite a challenging first half, the players rallied to deliver an impressive performance in the final 20 minutes.

A Turnaround for the Ages: Eagles Triumph Over Warhawks

In the heart of Statesboro, under the golden hues of a winter afternoon, the Georgia Southern Eagles faced off against the Louisiana Monroe Warhawks. The contest began with the Eagles struggling to find their rhythm, trailing by six points at the first media timeout. Bradley Douglas was the lone bright spot early on, scoring the team's only field goal in the opening four minutes.

The Warhawks extended their lead to eight points midway through the first half, but Nakavieon White trimmed the gap to four points with just over five minutes remaining. Despite this effort, ULM entered halftime with an 11-point advantage. However, the tide turned dramatically in the second half. The Eagles found their shooting touch, hitting 11 three-pointers and mounting a formidable comeback.

An pivotal sequence occurred with 14 minutes left, when Braylhan Thomas’s corner three-pointer brought the score within one point. Moments later, Eren Banks’s steal led to another three-pointer from Douglas, giving the Eagles their first lead of the game. GS maintained the upper hand for most of the next 10 minutes, but ULM briefly reclaimed the lead with just over three minutes left.

The game reached its climax when Douglas hit consecutive three-pointers to put the Eagles up by six points. With the Warhawks responding with a three-pointer of their own, White sealed the victory with a timely three-pointer, pushing the lead back to six points and ensuring the Eagles won 90-82.

Douglas delivered a standout performance, scoring 30 points and hitting a career-high eight three-pointers. He also contributed six rebounds and four assists, becoming only the fourth player in program history to achieve such statistics. White added 17 points, five rebounds, five assists, and two blocks, while underclassmen Thomas and Smith each scored in double figures for the first time in their careers. Collin Kuhl made his presence felt with a team-high eight rebounds and six points.

The Eagles set a season-best record with 15 three-pointers and a 52.5% field goal percentage. This win sets the stage for their next home game against South Alabama on January 4th, where they aim to maintain their unbeaten home record.

From a journalist's perspective, this game exemplifies the power of perseverance and teamwork. Despite facing an uphill battle, the Eagles demonstrated remarkable resilience, turning adversity into triumph. It serves as a reminder that even when things seem bleak, a focused and united effort can change the course of events. This victory will undoubtedly boost the team's morale and confidence heading into the remainder of the season.