Fort Worth, TX - On Saturday, Texas Wesleyan emerged victorious with a final score of 75-68, defeating North American University.
  
The first half saw Texas Wesleyan taking an early lead, finishing the period with a score of 45 compared to North American's 34. However, North American rallied in the second half, outscoring Texas Wesleyan 34-30.  

Kaden Morgan, Adetokunbo Bakare, and Kris Lafayette were instrumental in the team's success, each contributing 17 points. Morgan showcased his versatility with an efficient 5-11 field goal shooting, including 4-7 from beyond the arc. 

Bakare demonstrated his accuracy, going 5-11 from the field and 2-4 from three-point range while excelling at the free-throw line with a 5-6 performance. 

Lafayette's solid all-around game included a 5-12 field goal record, perfect free-throw shooting (6-6), and dominant rebounding with nine total rebounds. 

The Rams' collective effort was marked by balanced scoring, with Micale Mee contributing 16 points and Donovan Lovelace adding 7. The team's defensive prowess was evident, recording five steals and limiting their opponents to 24-57 field goal shooting.

The game statistics reveal a competitive match, with both teams showcasing their strengths. North American had a notable performance from beyond the arc, making ten three-pointers out of 33 attempts. On the other hand, Texas Wesleyan displayed efficiency in free throws, making 18 out of 24 shots.

The match featured multiple lead changes, indicating the intensity and competitiveness on the court. Points off turnovers played a significant role, with North American scoring 26 points in this category compared to Texas Wesleyan's 9.

Ultimately, Texas Wesleyan's balanced offensive and defensive efforts secured the victory. The game served as a testament to the competitive spirit of both teams, with Texas Wesleyan improving to a 2-3 record while North American stands at 1-4 for the season.

The Rams will open Sooner Athletic Conference play on Thursday against the University of North Texas – Dallas in the Sid Richardson Center, with tip-off scheduled for 7:45 p.m.