The Basics
Score: MNU 75 - Hastings 62
Record: MNU (8-4), HC (6-7)
Location: Shark Pit - Honolulu, Hawai'i
HONOLULU, Hawai'i - Freshman
Jake Alexander had a breakout game in MNU's 75-62 victory over Hastings in Hawai'i on Thursday. The small forward, in his second start of the season, poured in 23 points as the Pioneers won their first game in the Hoop N Surf Classic. The game started slowly, and the score was 11-10 after 11 minutes of play. The Pioneers closed the first half on a 19-5 run, however, to open up a 13-point lead at the break. MNU maintained a double-digit lead for most of the second half to seal the win.
Turning Point
MNU went on a 19-5 run to close the first half.
Individual Leaders
Jake Alexander shot 9-16 for a season-high 23 points and 5 rebounds.
Trey Brown had 17 points, 10 assists, and 2 steals.
Dakota Quinn had 10 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 blocks.
Anthony Brown had 9 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 steals off the bench. And
Dante Scroggins had 7 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 assists.
Inside the Box Score
The Pioneers held Hastings to 32% shooting.
Up Next
The next game is Saturday in Hawai'i vs. Concordia (7-4) at 4:00 central.
