Goodwell,Okla- Men's basketball team fell short against Nelson University (Texas), 74-68. The Aggies jumped to an early lead in the first half with a balanced scoring effort that saw them head into halftime up 34-29. However, Nelson University's offense caught fire in the second half, outscoring OPSU 45-34 to secure the win.
Aggie Leaders
- Amaree Brown led the way with 15 points, including three three-pointers, while contributing three rebounds and three assists.
- Brice Langford had an efficient outing, tallying 14 points on 5-of-8 shooting and pulling down seven rebounds.
The Aggies held a slim lead through much of the first half thanks to rebounding solid efforts and timely three-point shooting. They dominated the boards with 47 rebounds, including 20 on the offensive end, resulting in 15 second-chance points.
Key Stats
- Field Goal Percentage: OPSU shot 39.4% (26-66) from the floor and 28.9% (11-38) from beyond the arc.
- Rebounding Edge: The Aggies out rebounded Nelson University 47-36.
Despite the loss, OPSU showed promise with its depth. Their bench contributed 29 points.
Up Next
The Aggies will close out their 2024 home schedule on Saturday, November 23, as they host the University of North Texas at Dallas at Anchor D Arena. Tip-off is set for 4:00 PM.
