The Saint Joseph's Hawks lead the Charlotte 49ers, 34-27, in an Opening Round 2012 A-10 Tournament game at halftime from the Hagan '85 Arena.
The St. Joe's defense has smothered the 49ers and held them to just 35.3% shooting in the first half. The Hawks were hot from behind the arc in the first half and made 6-13 three-point attempts. St. Joe's holds a 24-18 rebounding edge at the half. However, the Hawks only outscored the 49ers 16-14 in the paint. The teams combined to go 0-4 from the free throw line in the first half.
The Hawks were led by 11 points on 5/7 shooting and nine rebounds from Halil Kanacevic. The 49ers were paced by 10 points by Chris Braswell and nine points and six rebounds from DeMario Mayfield.
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