The Bryan College men's basketball team secured a hard-fought 86-83 win over Truett McConnell on January 7, 2025, in Appalachian Athletic Conference play at Benjamin F. Brady Arena.
Key Performances:
- Dalen Gales led the Lions with 29 points, shooting 10-of-23 from the field and sinking all six free throws.
- Josh Baugher posted a double-double, scoring 26 points and grabbing 8 rebounds. He also dished out 7 assists and recorded 2 blocks.
- Ian Johnson added 13 points, including two three-pointers, and secured 3 rebounds.
- Kheller Die dominated the boards with 11 rebounds and contributed 4 points.
Game Highlights:
- Bryan shot 44.1% from the field, with a second-half surge of 47.1% helping secure the win.
- The Lions converted 19 of 22 free throws (86.4%), maintaining composure in key moments.
- Bryan controlled the paint, outscoring Truett McConnell 44-16 inside.
Team Stats:
- Field Goal %: Bryan 44.1%, Truett McConnell 37.1%
- Three-Point %: Bryan 33.3%, Truett McConnell 50.0%
- Free Throw %: Bryan 86.4%, Truett McConnell 72.7%
- Rebounds: Both teams finished with 39 rebounds.
Truett McConnell was led by EJ Smith, who scored 28 points and knocked down 7 three-pointers. Despite a late push from the Bears, Bryan held their ground in the closing seconds, with Kole Torres scoring the final layup to seal the win.
Next Game:
Bryan (10-4, 8-1 AAC) returns to action at home on Saturday January 11th against Columbia as they continue AAC competition.
