The Basics
Score: MNU 47, Missouri Valley 38
Record: MNU (11-3, 7-1), Missouri Valley (8-6, 5-2)
Location: Olathe, Kan. – Bell Family Arena
OLATHE, Kan. – MNU held Missouri Valley scoreless in the fourth quarter until the final minute as the Pioneers shut the door on a key conference win, 47–38, on Wednesday afternoon.
In a defensive battle where every possession mattered, MNU's defensive effort took over in the final 10 minutes. The Pioneers held the Vikings to just 6 fourth-quarter points and forced 20 total turnovers to grind out the win.
Kameron Green delivered a game-high 18 points with 7 rebounds, 6-for-6 free throw shooting, and 3 blocks to pace MNU. Zaylee Werth posted 9 points and 11 rebounds, while Aubrey Rogers added 9 points, 3 boards, and a team-high 40 minutes on the floor.
MNU led 16–11 after the first quarter and carried a 28–22 advantage into halftime. Missouri Valley made a push in the third, closing the gap to just one, but a strong defensive 4th quarter sealed the deal.
Despite shooting just 26.9 percent from the floor, MNU made up the difference with an 83.3 percent mark at the line and a 17–2 edge in points off turnovers.
Turning Point
MNU held Missouri Valley to just one field goal in the fourth quarter, outscoring the visitors 8–6 to maintain and extend a tight lead.
Inside the Box Score
FG%: MNU 26.9%, Missouri Valley 31.1%
3-Point FG%: MNU 20.0%, Missouri Valley 26.7%
Free Throws: MNU 83.3%, Missouri Valley 85.7%
Rebounds: Missouri Valley 38, MNU 30
Turnovers: Missouri Valley 20, MNU 7
Points off Turnovers: MNU 17, Missouri Valley 2
Points in the Paint: MNU 27, Missouri Valley 14
Individual Leaders
Kameron Green: 18 points, 7 rebounds, 3 blocks
Zaylee Werth: 9 points, 11 rebounds, 2 assists
Aubrey Rogers: 9 points, 3 rebounds
Up Next
The next game is Saturday at home vs. William Penn (5-10, 2-5) at 2:00.
