WILMORE, Ky. --- The Asbury men's basketball (0-4, 0-0 CCS) guards junior
Cam Jones and sophomore
Isaiah Stephan combine for 31 points, but the Eagles were edged by Muskingum University (3-0, 0-0 OAC), 81-77, on Saturday afternoon in Wilmore, Ky.
The game began with Asbury asserting early dominance. Junior sport management major
Konlin Brown put the first points on the board with a jumper quickly followed by
Luke Imfeld who extended the lead with a decisive three-pointer.
However, Muskingum's Duane Davis proved to be a significant force, contributing greatly with steals and baskets, helping Muskingum to a six-point lead by half-time at 48-40.
The second period saw Muskingum extending their lead slightly with crucial layups from Duane Davis. Stephan, a sport management major, tried to narrow the gap for Asbury with critical three-pointers, but Muskingum countered effectively. Jones, a finance major, from Asbury emerged as a top performer, hitting multiple three-pointers to reduce the deficit.
Despite the Eagles efforts, including turnovers and strong defensive plays, Muskingum maintained control of the game and secured a four-point victory at the end, 81-77.
Muskingum outrebounded Asbury 40-31, leading to 18 second chance points. Both teams shot around 40% from the field, with AU at 29-66 (43.9%) and Muskingum at 32-66 (48.5%).
AU showcased strong performances with Jones leading the scoring for the Eagles with 18 points.
Luke Imfeld contributed significantly with 6 rebounds and 14 points, while
Jordan Lewis led in assists and steals.
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Cam Jones | 18 PTS, 7-10 FG
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Luke Imfeld | 14 PTS, 6 REB
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Isaiah Stephan | 13 PTS, 3 3PT
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Jordan Lewis | 5 AST, 4 STL
Asbury will host Hanover College on Tuesday night at 7 pm in Wilmore, Ky.
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