The Basics
Score: MNU 86 - Mt. Mercy 83
Record: MNU (8-3, 4-3), MMU (5-5, 2-4)
Location: Bell Family Arena - Olathe, Kan.
OLATHE, Kan. -
Dakota Quinn recorded a career-high 13 blocked shots to go along with 22 points and 11 rebounds for a triple-double in MNU's 86-83 victory over Mt. Mercy on Saturday.
Isaac McCullough got the Pioneers started with 9 straight points for a 9-2 lead, and the furious pace saw MNU take a 24-9 lead after 6 minutes of play. But the Mustangs responded with a 15-0 run on five 3-pointers to tie the game. The second half was tight throughout as MNU was kept at bay with a barrage of threes from the Mustangs. With Mt. Mercy leading by 2 with 2:16 remaining,
Dante Scroggins hit 2 free throws to tie it, and
Dakota Quinn split a pair to take the lead. Mount Mercy missed a corner 3 and Kellen Turner was fouled after the rebound. The senior calmly nailed 2 more free throws, and the Mustang' final 3-pointer went begging and MNU held on for the win.
Turning Point
MNU hit 5 free throws in the final minutes to turn a deficit into a lead.
Individual Leaders
Jonathan Green led all scorers with 24 points.
Dakota Quinn had 22 points, 11 rebounds, and a career-high 13 blocks for a triple-double.
Isaac McCullough had 12 points.
Trey Brown added 9 points and 8 assists. And
Dante Scroggins had 6 points and 11 rebounds.
Inside the Box Score
MNU hit 12 more free throws than MMU.
Up Next
The next game is Saturday at home vs. Grand View (6-6, 2-5) at 4:00.
