The Basics
Score: MNU 93 - EU 88
Records: MNU (16-13, 15-10), Evangel (12-17, 9-16)
Location: Ashcroft Center - Springfield, Mo.
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. - A scorching 2nd half allowed MNU to build a late double-digit lead in a 93-88 victory over Evangel on Wednesday. MNU led by 2 at halftime, but
Justin Randall made his first 5 shots in the second half as the Pioneers built a 10-point lead with 4:31 remaining. MNU shot 19-25 (76%) in the second half and, after a
David Nelson 4-point play, led by 13 with 1 minute to play. Evangel was celebrating their Senior Night, and the seniors did not go quietly in the final minute. MNU led by 14 with 50 second left, but Nick Yocum drilled 3 threes down the stretch to bring the MNU starters back off the bench to finally end it.
Turning Point
The score was tied for the 11th time with 13 minutes remaining, then
Justin Randall hit 5 straight shots as MNU went on a 17-9 run to take control of the game.
Individual Leaders
Justin Randall was 10-15 for 20 points and 5 rebounds.
David Nelson hit 6 threes for 19 points.
Justin Jamison shot 7-8 for 17 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 steals. And
Gabriel Jordan added 12 points and 4 rebounds.
Inside the Box Score
MNU lost the turnover battle 20-8 and Evangel made more field goals and threes, but MNU made 9 more free throws.
News & Notes
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Justin Randall leads the nation with 2.9 blocks per game.
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Payne Andrus leads the Heart with 5.9 assists per game.
Up Next
The next game is Senior Day on Saturday at home vs. Clarke (10-19, 8-17) at 4:00.
