The UTEP Miners men’s basketball team (11-13, C-USA 4-9) took a tough loss against the Charlotte 49ers (5-8, C-USA 14-10) during the game Feb. 10. The Miners gave Charlotte a run for its money, as the Miners held up to a six-point lead against Charlotte in the first half.
UTEP junior forward Calvin Solomon and Charlotte sophomore forward Igor Milicic Jr. tipped off and the Miners had first possession. After exchanging possessions, Milicic was fouled on, and made both free throws, putting Charlotte in the lead, 0-2.
Charlotte scored four more points without a Miner response, until sophomore forward Derick Hamilton gave the Miners two from the paint.