We take a look at some of the key stats from our Round 21 game against Carlton at the Gabba.
Number of Lions' effective tacklesThe Lions had 79 effective tackles for the game which is their fourth highest of the Season. In the first half especially, the Lions had 35 more disposals and six more tackles. | |
The Lions' best second quarter for the yearIt was not only their best first quarter (+24-points), but it was their best second quarter for the year (+16-points). It is the third time this Season that the Lions have won a second quarter. | |
Carlton's number of inside 50sCarlton had 68 inside 50s, 22 more than the Lions. But the Lions were able to hold Carlton out for their third lowest score against for the Season. Dan Merrett and Harris Andrews combined for 27 spoils. | |
Lions' number of marks inside 50The Lions took 14 marks inside 50, which is their second highest for the Season. Michael Close took 3 marks inside 50 and kicked a career high of four goals. | |
Lions' 2nd best accuracy in front of goal for the yearThe Lions' accuracy in front of goal was their equal second highest for the Season. They kicked 10.4 from set shots, 4.1 on the run and 1.1 from snap shots (3-rushed). | |
Number of uncontested marks Carlton took in the second halfIn the second half the Lions' pressure fell away. Carlton had 18 uncontested marks in the first half but took 34 in the second half. Handball receives were similar - the Lions were +14 in the first half, but were -48 in the second half. |
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