In a commanding performance, Nik Graves scored 23 points, leading the Charlotte 49ers to a decisive 65-48 victory over Richmond on Wednesday evening.

Graves also made a significant impact on the boards, securing seven rebounds for Charlotte, who now holds a record of 2-1. Kylan Blackmon contributed to the score with 12 points, making 3 of 7 attempts from the field, including 1 for 4 from beyond the arc, along with an efficient 5 of 6 performance from the free-throw line.

On the opposing side, Dusan Neskovic put forth a solid effort for the Spiders, finishing the game with 14 points. Jonathan Beagle also played a crucial role, adding 10 points and grabbing nine rebounds to support his team, who currently stand at 1-2.

Charlotte established their dominance by taking the lead halfway through the first half at the 8:06 mark, a lead they maintained for the remainder of the game. Graves excelled in the first half, scoring 12 points and helping guide the team to a 29-19 advantage at halftime. He continued his scoring streak in the second half, adding another 11 points to his tally.