After seven lead changes, the Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball team (5-8) seized the lead for good on a Zach Parker trey with just over 10 minutes to play. From that point on, The Greyhound pulled away for an 82-73 victory over Lubbock Christian (4-9) at the Rip Griffin Center.
Inside the Series
The win improved ENMU to 28-32 all-time against Lubbock Christian
The victory was Eastern’s second straight road win in the series and ninth overall
The Key Run
Midway through the second half, LCU pushed their lead to 47-43 lead on a Brennen Fowler free throw
Eastern exploded on a 17-6 run over the ensuing 5:46 of play to take the lead for good
Parker scored 13 of ENMU’s 17 points over that surge
In the Numbers
ENMU held a convincing 44.4-21.7 percentage in three-point percentage for the game
Parker and Jamani Pierce each scored 20 points for the Hounds and combined for 13 treys
Devin Pullum chipped in 12 points
Lamarquis Thompson added seven points, 10 boards, three assists, and two steals
Shawn Shelton also dished out three assists
Fowler led four Chaps in double figures with 19 points
Up Next
The Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball team will return to Greyhound Arena, next Tuesday
The Hounds will host Western New Mexico University at 7:30 p.m., in a contest sponsored by Ashley Furniture and Ace Hardware
The contest will also serve as Staff Appreciation Night
