East Texas Baptist University 87, University of the Ozarks 70
Records: University of the Ozarks (8-16, 3-14 ASC), East Texas Baptist University (19-5, 13-4 ASC)
Thursday, February 16, 2023
Clarksville, Ark. | Mabee Gym

THE BASICS
Clarksville, Ark. – East Texas Baptist University built a 43-28 halftime to power their way to a 87-70 win over the Eagles Thursday night. The Tigers shot an impressive 59 percent from the field in the game. From long-range, the Tigers made 10-of-18 (55%). The Eagles hit 16-of-17 from the free throw line and had four players reach double figures in scoring. The Eagles made a run in the second half with Eugene Barnes hitting back-to-back three-pointers to close the gap to 62-49. Grayson Nix later followed with another three-pointer, but the Tigers slowly built a 72-56 advantage with 5:51 remaining in the game. Nix and Kamren Roelke each scored 17 points to lead the Eagles.

TOP EAGLES
Scoring – Grayson Nix, Kamren Roelke (17)
Rebounding – Kamren Roellke, Grayson Nix (6)
Assists – Adam Lopez, Tim Eldridge, Kamren Roelke (3)

TURNING POINT
The much bigger Tigers had a strong night in the paint scoring 44 of their 87 points inside. 

TIP-INS
Eugene Barnes hit both of his three-pointers in the second half to provide a spark off the bench. 

UP NEXT
The Eagles will host LeTourneau University February 18. The game is designated as Senior Day, with Dillon Cheater, Grayson Nix and Kamren Roelke being honored before the contest.