The Basics
Score: MNU 101, Mt. Mercy 63
Record: MNU (6–1, 3–0), Mt. Mercy (4–4, 1–1)
Location: Olathe, Kan. – Cook Center
OLATHE, Kan. – MNU put together its most complete performance of the season, overwhelming Mt. Mercy 101–63 behind scorching shooting and a dominant first half to stay unbeaten in conference play.
The Pioneers burst out to a 23–13 first-quarter lead and followed it with an explosive 31-point second quarter, shooting 68.8% from the field in the period and burying five threes to create major separation by halftime . MNU never allowed the Mustangs to re-enter the game, pushing the lead past 30 in the third and cruising to a 38-point victory.
Mary Lukert powered the offense with a career-high 20 points on 6–10 shooting, including 3 threes, and added 6 rebounds and 2 steals. Zaylee Werth posted another all-around stat line: 14 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 assists in just 19 minutes. Kameron Green was dominant with 16 points, 6 assists, and 6 rebounds, while Aubrey Rogers provided 15 points and 3 made threes. Grayson Gentile added 6 points, 10 rebounds, and a pair of steals off the bench.
MNU's depth was on full display, with 11 players scoring and the team assisting on 25 of its 36 made field goals. Defensively, the Pioneers forced 15 turnovers and turned them into 16 points while holding Mt. Mercy to 38.6% shooting.
Turning Point
A 12–0 burst to open the game set the tone.
Inside the Box Score
FG%: MNU 59.0%, Mt. Mercy 38.6%
3-Point FG%: MNU 46.2%, Mt. Mercy 40.0%
Rebounds: MNU 42, Mt. Mercy 23
Turnovers: MNU 14, Mt. Mercy 15
Fast Break Points: MNU 31, Mt. Mercy 22
Bench Points: MNU 24, Mt. Mercy 10
Individual Leaders
Mary Lukert: 20 points, 6 rebounds, 2 steals, 2 blocks
Zaylee Werth: 14 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists
Kameron Green: 16 points, 6 assists, 6 rebounds, 2 blocks
Aubrey Rogers: 15 points
Grayson Gentile: 6 points, 10 rebounds, 2 steals
Grace Carlson: 4 steals
Up Next
The next game is Tuesday at home vs. Baker (2-5, 1-1) at 5:30.
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