FORT WORTH, TX - In a riveting showdown at the Sid Richardson Center, Texas Wesleyan University played No. 2 Langston University losing to the Lions 78-66.
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Kipplyn Richvine led the Ram's offensive efforts, scoring 18 points in 31 minutes, closely followed by Adetokunbo Bakare with 17 points, in 38 minutes.
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Throughout the game, Langston showcased a well-rounded performance, with Anthony Roy leading the Lions with 29 points, followed by Cortez Mosley's 18 points and Toru Dean's 12 points. Â
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In the first half, Texas Wesleyan displayed a 39.13% field goal accuracy, 28.57% from three-point range, and 60.00% from the free-throw line. Overcoming challenges, the Rams rallied in the second half with a 50.00% field goal percentage, 37.50% from beyond the arc, and an impressive 83.33% from the free-throw line. Â
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Statistically, Langston and Texas Wesleyan both capitalized on turnovers, each scoring 15 points off mistakes.
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Second chance opportunities favored Langston, with 12 points compared to Texas Wesleyan's 2, showing the Lions offensive tenacity on the boards.
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The bench proved instrumental for both teams, with Langston contributing 15 points and Texas Wesleyan edging ahead with 18, demonstrating depth and versatility.
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Points in the paint heavily favored Langston with 38 against Texas Wesleyan's 22, reflecting their dominance close to the basket.
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TXWES will play the last game of the regular season at the Sid Richardson Center on Saturday against Central Christian College of Kansas, with tip-off scheduled for 3 PM.