An ugly win is better than an ugly loss.
Everyone worked on D but the energy wasn't like the first two games. Deacs won because they limited Catawba to 62 points, 36% from the field, 26% from three and forced 15 turnovers. Defense matters.
Wake rebounding was weak and it was too easy for Catawba to get to the hoop.
Williamson played well, especially late. Mucius went 4-5 from the line, gathered 4 rebounds and provided leadership in the final 1:40. Williamson, Neath and Whitt combined for 36 points, 12 rebounds, 10 assists, 5 steals and 5 turnovers in a combined 82 minutes. They are the guard rotation until DuBose returns.
The team missed the instant offense Antonio provides, especially from three.
The next three games are on the road against GT, UVA and Duke. Welcome to the ACC Steve.