Goodwell, OK- In a challenging outing on January 30, 2025, at the Sheaffer Center, the men's basketball team faced a tough defeat against the Nelson (Texas) Lions, with a final score of 76-54 in favor of Nelson.
 
The conference game highlighted a series of Oklahoma Panhandle State turnovers that Nelson capitalized on, significantly impacting the game's outcome.

The Aggies were trailing by halftime, with Nelson leading 39-29. Despite rallying efforts in the second half, the team could not overcome the deficit. Kyle Belgrave II scored 16 points, followed by Abdulh Diaby, who contributed 11 points and 5 rebounds. Other notable performances included Jerry Abushanab, who added 5 points and 5 rebounds, and Amaree Brown, who scored 8 points and pulled down 7 rebounds.

The game was marked by Nelson turning the ball over too often, leading to a significant number of points from turnovers. This aspect of the game was a crucial differential, leading to Oklahoma Panhandle State's unfavorable final score. The team has a record of 8-14 overall and 6-12 in conference play.

Looking ahead, the Aggies will aim to bounce back in their upcoming away game against the University of North Texas at Dallas on February 1,