The Basics
Score: MNU 58, Culver-Stockton 45
Record: MNU (19-3, 15-1), Culver-Stockton (16-8, 10-6)
Location: Canton, Mo. – Charles Field House
CANTON, Mo. – A stifling defensive effort and another big day from Kameron Green propelled #11 MNU to a 58-45 victory at Culver-Stockton on Wednesday. The Pioneers held the Wildcats to just 34.0% shooting and 4-of-18 from beyond the arc to stay atop the conference standings.
Green scored a game-high 24 points on 12-of-16 shooting and added 5 rebounds, and 6 assists. Zaylee Werth posted another double-double with 11 points, 10 rebounds, and 3 blocks. Mary Lukert contributed 10 points and Grace Carlson dished out 5 assists.
Despite a tough day from deep (2-for-15), MNU controlled the paint with a 36-16 scoring advantage and converted 85.7% from the free throw line.
Turning Point
MNU used a strong fourth quarter, outscoring Culver-Stockton 18-11, to turn a tight game into a comfortable win. The Pioneers shot 58.3% in the final frame to seal it.
Inside the Box Score
FG%: MNU 51.0%, Culver-Stockton 34.0%
3-Point FG%: MNU 13.3%, Culver-Stockton 22.2%
Free Throws: MNU 85.7%, Culver-Stockton 70.0%
Rebounds: Culver-Stockton 30, MNU 28
Turnovers: MNU 12, Culver-Stockton 14
Points in the Paint: MNU 36, Culver-Stockton 16
Points off Turnovers: CSC 15, MNU 11
Second Chance Points: MNU 5, CSC 4
Fast Break Points: MNU 2, CSC 0
Bench Points: CSC 27, MNU 6
Individual Leaders
Kameron Green: 24 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists
Zaylee Werth: 11 points, 10 rebounds, 3 blocks
Mary Lukert: 10 points
Grace Carlson: 7 points, 5 assists
Up Next
The next game is Wednesday at home vs. William Wood (2-20, 2-15) at 5:30.
