The Basics
Score: MNU 71 - Central Methodist 73
Record: MNU (10-7, 3-4), CMU (17-1, 6-1)
Location: Puckett Field House - Fayette, Mo.
FAYETTE, Mo. - MNU came up just short of a big upset at #12 Central Methodist on Saturday. In a tight game throughout, the scored was tied at 69 with just over 1 minute remaining. CMU hit 2 free throws and got a stop before scoring again to go up by 4 with 18 seconds left. The Pioneers scored in the final seconds but came up 2 points short.
Turning Point
MNU had 2 chances from deep go begging with a chance to take the lead in the final minute. And CMU scored to take a 4-point lead.
Individual Leaders
Gabriel Jordan recorded a career-high 25 points on 9-15 shooting. And
Jonathan Green shot 8-14 for 21 points.
Inside the Box Score
Only 2 Pioneers scored more than 6 points.
Up Next
The next game is Wednesday at Baker (9-6, 3-4) at 7:30.
