VALPARAISO, Ind. — In an exciting matchup on Saturday night, Valparaiso triumphed over Central Michigan with a score of 93-77, fueled largely by All Wright’s impressive performance, where he netted 26 points.

Wright showcased his scoring ability by hitting 7 of 16 field goal attempts, including 4 of 8 from beyond the arc. Additionally, he exhibited perfect shooting at the charity stripe, making all 8 of his free-throw attempts. The Beacons improved their record to 5-4 with this win, with Tyler Schmidt contributing significantly with 21 points along with six rebounds. Jefferson Monegro also played a key role, scoring 16 points, shooting 3 for 5 from the field and 2 for 3 from the three-point line, while matching Wright’s free throw success by going 8 for 8.

For Central Michigan, which now sits at 5-4, the leading scorer was Anthony Pritchard, who tallied 20 points while also grabbing six rebounds. Ugnius Jarusevicius added to the score with 18 points and contributed another six rebounds, while Jakobi Heady offered a solid performance with 13 points, six rebounds, and three steals.

The first half ended with Valparaiso ahead 36-31, with Wright leading the team with 13 points before halftime. The Beacons secured the lead for good when Schmidt sank a pivotal 3-pointer with just under 11 minutes left to play in the second half.

With this decisive victory, Valparaiso demonstrated a strong overall team effort and improved their standing as they continue the season. The Beacons’ sharp shooting and balanced scoring play were key factors that propelled them past the Chippewas in this high-scoring affair.