The Basics
Score: MNU 73 - Central Methodist 85
Record: MNU (1-3), CMU (4-1)
Location: Puckett Fieldhouse - Fayette, Mo.
FAYETTE, Mo. – MNU fell to Central Methodist 85-73 on Wednesday night. The first half was tight for 17 minutes, but the Eagles started to get separation in the closing 3 minutes. The Pioneers went cold and CMU went on a 9-0 run to take an 11-point lead to the locker room. The first two MNU possessions in the second half resulted in a steal and a fast break bucket, and the Pioneers couldn't get back into the game.
Turning Point
A 9-0 run by Central Methodist to close the 1st half extended the Eagles' lead to 11 points.
Inside the Box Score
- MNU struggled with shooting consistency, finishing 39.1% from the field, compared to CMU's 58.9%.
- Points in the paint favored CMU heavily, 38-28
Individual Leaders
Up Next
The next game is Saturday at home vs. Grand View (2-3) at 4:00.
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