The Basics
Score: MNU 77 - Oklahoma Wesleyan 94
Record: MNU (0-1), OKWU (2-0)
Location: Cook Center - Olathe, Kan.
OLATHE, Kan. – MNU couldn't overcome a slow start and fell to #5 Oklahoma Wesleyan 94-77 in their season opener on Wednesday. The Pioneers stayed with the Eagles through most of the first half, and trailed 30-29 with 3 minutes left. But OKWU closed the period strongly, using a 14-2 run to push the advantage to double digits.Â
Early in the second half, OKWU seized momentum with a quick run to push the lead to 24, and the Pioneers couldn't close the gap.
Turning Point
A strong OKWU run late in the first half expanded their lead to double digits.
Inside the Box Score
MNU was out-rebounded 40-31 and committed 18 turnovers, while OKWU capitalized, scoring 22 points off turnovers. OKWU's inside game dominated, with a 55-22 edge in points in the paint.
Individual Leaders
Joe Buchanan led MNU with 22 points on 7-of-11 shooting. Brooks Langrehr added 17 points. Gary Clay added 13 points off the bench. Malachi Bryant had 7 points, 7 assists, and 5 rebounds off the bench. And Gerard Bosch had 9 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 steals.
Up Next
The next game is next Friday, November 8, at home vs. #3 Indiana Wesleyan at 8:00.
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