The Basics
Score: MNU 82 - Clarke 90
Record: MNU (13-10, 6-7), CU (11-13, 4-9)
Location: Dubuque, Iowa
DUBUQUE, Iowa - MNU led big at halftime but Clarke came back to win 90-82 in Dubuque on Saturday. The Pioneers were on fire early, starting on a 12-1 run and building a 54-34 lead at the break. Clarke chipped away for the entire second half and finally took the lead with 5 minutes remaining. MNU couldn't bounce back and Clarke hit their free throws to win by 8.
Turning Point
Clarke went on an 11-2 run early in the second half to cut the deficit to a manageable number.
Individual Leaders
Kellen Turner had 16 points.
Kwe Askew had 14 points off the bench.
Mitchell McMullen added 12 off the bench. And
Dante Scroggins, Camden Chrisman, and
Jonathan Green had 10 points apiece.
Inside the Box Score
MNU shot 63% in the first half but just 29% in the second.
Up Next
The next game is Wednesday at home vs. Baker (9-12, 3-10) at 7:30.
