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By CKPG Today with files from UNBC

UNBC

Twolves upset UBC in Canada West playoff action

Feb 22, 2024 | 7:47 AM

WINNIPEG — The 12th ranked UNBC men’s basketball team defeated the 5th ranked UBC Thunderbirds 86-76 in Canada West playoff basketball action Wednesday night in Winnipeg.

It was arguably one of the biggest win’s in the team’s history with point guard Justin Sunga leading the way, recording a team-high 17 points and seven assists along with foul steals.

Depth scoring was also key for UNBC. Six different players scored in double figures, including Josh Gillespie, who had 15 points and six rebounds, while Chris Ross had ten points and a game-high nine rebounds.

“With UBC, one thing is taking away their transition. That’s where they got most of their scoring, they love to get out and run,” said Sunga.

“If we take away that sideline pass, we’re in good shape. Our team, as long as we trust in each other, we can do it all.”

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For UNBC it marks their second ever Canada West playoff victory and their third victory in their last five meetings overall with UBC. The TWolves will now face host Manitoba, the No. 4 seed Thursday at 6 pm PT. The game can be seen live via Canada West TV.