On Monday, Texas Wesleyan emerged victorious against Southwestern Christian with a final score of 88-79.
The first half saw Southwestern Christian and Texas Wesleyan engage in a high-scoring battle, with Texas Wesleyan holding a narrow lead of 49-44 at halftime. The teams displayed proficiency in field goals, three-pointers, and free throws, illustrating their offensive capabilities.
Texas Wesleyan's Micale Mee led all scorers with 27 points and eight rebounds in 38 minutes, supported by Kris Lafayette's 19 points and nine rebounds.
The second half continued to be intense, with both teams striving for control. Texas Wesleyan's balanced offensive attack and solid defense allowed them to maintain their lead, ultimately securing the victory with a final score of 88-79. The game featured several lead changes, showcasing the competitiveness of the matchup.
Key statistical highlights included Texas Wesleyan's dominance in second-chance points (22-13), bench points (19-14), and a substantial lead in points off turnovers (14-9). The teams displayed their prowess in the paint, with Southwestern Christian recording 52 points and Texas Wesleyan not far behind with 42.
The Rams will nest play on the road Saturday against the University of Science and Arts, with tip-off scheduled for 7:45 p.m.
