WILMINGTON, N.C. — In an exciting matchup on Saturday, Sam Houston edged out Colgate with a close score of 82-78, with Lamar Wilkerson contributing significantly with 17 points.

Wilkerson managed to convert 7 of his 14 attempts from the field, which included hitting 3 of 9 from the three-point range, helping lead the Bearkats to a balanced offensive display as their record improved to 4-4. Dorian Finister supported the team with a solid 15 points, showcasing accuracy by shooting 4 of 10 from the field and perfecting 6 of 6 from the free-throw line, alongside grabbing eight rebounds. Brennen Burns also made a notable impact, scoring 15 points with an impressive efficiency of 5 for 6 from the floor and converting 5 of 7 from the free-throw line.

On the other side, the Raiders, now at 2-6, saw Brady Cummins emerge as their top scorer with 20 points. Sam Wright contributed 18 points and secured seven rebounds for Colgate, while Nicolas Louis-Jacques added another 15 points along with six rebounds and four assists to his stats.

As the game progressed, Sam Houston led by a narrow margin at halftime, 35-33. Finister’s contributions in the first half included seven points, while Wilkerson took charge after the break, scoring 12 points, which helped maintain the team’s lead and secure the victory.