Langston, Okla. – The Central Christian College of Kansas Men's Basketball team is back in the Sooner Athletic Conference Tournament for the second time in two years. As the 7^th seed, they are set to travel to Langston to face the 2^nd seed and 21^st ranked Lions in the opening round. Tip-off is slated for 8pm and it will be streamed live on the SAC Sports Network.

The Tigers were 16-12 in the regular season, with a 12-12 record in conference play. The Tigers dropped their two regular season matchups to the Lions. The Lions finished the regular season with a record of 21-7 and 17-7 in conference play.

The Tiger offense is spearheaded by Chris Whitten, who averaged 19.7 points per game and finished 2^nd in the SAC in scoring, 3^rd in 3PM, 5^th in FTM and had 11 20-point games in conference play. Defensively, the Tigers are anchored by Andre Shelby who is 3^rd in the SAC in both Total Blocks and BPG averaging just over one block a game. Also, Jevarrick Butler aides on both sides of the ball averaging 15.9 PPG and currently stands 2^nd in the SAC in Steals per game and has amassed 43 steals on the year. This leads to extra possessions and opportunities for the Tigers.
Be sure to tune in tonight to follow your Tigers in action!