MCPHERSON, KANSAS – The Tigers and Thunder met up for what could be the Classic for Christ Championship after both teams went 2-0 in the tournament without facing one another. The Tigers score a season high 57 points in the second half and win 93-76 to stay undefeated at home (4-0).
GAME RECAP
Tigers start out flat through the first 3 minutes as Thunder build 12-3 lead. The Tigers stayed calm through the half though and slowly chipped away at the lead and after about 15 minutes and a 2 pointer by
Isaiah Rivera the Tigers claimed their first lead 28-27 with 3:24 remaining. Tigers continue the momentum going on a 8-4 run to take a 5 point lead 36-31 after a hard fought comeback.
The second half was all Tigers as they scored 57 points, on 21-38 shooting (55.26%), including 7 triples, and an efficient 8 of 10 from the line. Overall, Tigers outshoot the Thunder 74-60, and made 35 baskets to Thunders 29. Tiger starters combine for 58 points (93 total) and 20 rebounds (32 total).
TIGER NOTABLES
- Isaiah Rivera scores the game-high 21 points, with 5 assist, and 4 rebounds.
- Byron Staten records a season-high 15 points, 6 rebounds, and 1 block.
- Darrell Bryant records 15 points, 5 rebounds, and 1 block.
UP NEXT
Tigers (4-1) open up conference play at home against Oklahoma City University on Nov. 18th.
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN QUOTES
Head Coach
Tony Romero
"I loved our energy and enthusiasm tonight. We addressed that the last few days in practice and our guys responded well. Our bench was a big factor tonight with production and supplying that needed energy to the guys on the floor. Defensively, we were better, a lot more ownership and effort which is something we can build on. Technically, we need to get better closing the ball out and at times we are watching the ball too much. But, improvements on that side of the basketball. Offensively, we did a good job with our pace in the full and half court. Isaiah did a good job for us tonight controlling the tempo and distributing the ball. A lot of positives to build on. Now, we prepare for conference beginning next week."
