Goodwell, Okla. — Men's basketball team secured a dramatic 67-66 victory over conference foe Wayland Baptist University on Monday night, breaking a six-game losing streak against the Pioneers. The last Aggies win against Wayland came on December 7, 2021, in Goodwell.
After falling to the Pioneers 71-72 in their first meeting this season on November 26 in Plainview, the Aggies flipped the script in a nail-biting finish. Wayland Baptist missed a potential game-winning shot as time expired, giving OPSU the one-point win.
First-Half Highlights
The game opened with a jumper from Amaree Brown at 17:21, putting the Aggies on the board. Both teams traded defensive stops and buckets, leading to a tightly contested battle. PJ Daniels closed the half with a layup in the paint at 1:42, sending the teams into the break tied at 25-25.
Second-Half Action
Brown again sparked the Aggies early in the second half with a jumper at 19:20, giving a 27-25 lead. The remainder of the half saw intense back-and-forth action.
The Aggies held a slim 67-66 lead with the clock winding down. Wayland Baptist had one final chance to steal the game, but their shot missed the mark as the buzzer.
Key Performers
- Amaree Brown: Led all scorers with 19 points on 8-of-12 shooting, adding one rebound and one steal.
- PJ Daniels: Contributed 13 points, including a clutch three-pointer and two free throws.
- Mike Carter: Dominated the boards with eight rebounds, adding 12 points on efficient shooting.
The Aggies shot 43.1% from the field and improved significantly in the second half, hitting 59.09% of their attempts.
Team Stats
- Points in the Paint: 28
- Bench Points: 12
- Rebounds: 28 (6 offensive, 22 defensive)
- Largest Lead: 4 points
Post-Game Interview
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Next Up
The Aggies (now 5-11 overall, 3-9 in Sooner Athletic Conference play) hit the road for three straight games, starting with a matchup against Mid-America Christian University in Oklahoma City on Thursday, January 9, at 8:00 PM.
