The LaSalle Explorers lead the Richmond Spiders, 40-33, after the first half of play in an Opening Round game in the 2012 A-10 Tournament from Tom Gola Arena in Philadelphia.
The first half was very well played by both teams' offenses. LaSalle shot 53.3% from the field while Richmond shot 47.8%. The Explorers hit 5-10 from behind the arc while Richmond was 3-9 on their three-point attempts. The rebounding battle went to LaSalle, 16-10, and the Explorers outscored the Spiders in the paint, 20-10.
Richmond was led by Darien Brothers, who was on fire in the first half. Brothers scored 22 points on 7/10 shooting (3-4 from behind the arc). LaSalle was led by 14 points by Ramon Galloway and 12 points from Jerrell Wright.
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