HOUSTON — In a successful performance, Kavion McClain scored 23 points, leading Texas Southern to a 79-63 triumph over Prairie View A&M on Saturday evening.

McClain also contributed five rebounds and four steals for the Tigers, who improved their record to 10-11, enhancing their standing to 7-1 in the Southwestern Athletic Conference. Zaire Hayes complemented McClain’s efforts with 14 points, having shot 4 for 8 from the floor, including a perfect 6 for 7 from the charity stripe. Josh Farmer also made a notable contribution, scoring 10 points off 4 of 7 shooting and sinking 2 of 4 from the free-throw line. This victory marked the Tigers’ seventh consecutive win.

On the opposing side, Tanahj Pettway was the standout for the Panthers, recording 23 points along with seven rebounds. Prairie View A&M also saw a solid performance from Braelon Bush, who tallied 20 points, while Marcel Bryant chipped in with 14 points of his own.

With this latest win, Texas Southern is clearly establishing itself as a formidable force in the conference, showcasing depth and resilience on the court. As they continue their campaign, both teams will look to build on their performances in upcoming matches.