The Warrior Men took on #4-ranked Manhattan Christian College on Tuesday in the Thunderdome. The Thunder split the game into a 28-35 deficit at the half, and Union was unable to close the gap in the second half, being outscored 43-53.

Key Team Statistics for Union:

• Shooting Woes: A major challenge was shooting efficiency, with the team making 40.9% of its field goals. The three-point shooting was particularly poor at 14.3% (3-21). Free throws were also a struggle, converting only 53.8% (14-26).

• Turnovers: Union committed 20 turnovers, which Manhattan Christian College capitalized on for 21 points, significantly higher than Union's 13 points off turnovers.

Top Individual Performers:

Despite the loss, several players delivered strong performances for Union:

• JP Grubbs led the scoring with 18 points (7-16 FGM) and contributed 4 assists, though he committed a team-high 6 turnovers.

• Chris Johnson had a double-double, scoring 17 points and pulling down a team-high 10 rebounds.

• Braden Essex finished with 12 points, 8 rebounds, and led the team in assists with 6.

• Josh Kerongo added 12 points and led the team with 3 steals.