TULSA, Okla.

In an exciting matchup on Wednesday night, Issac McBride played a pivotal role in Oral Roberts’ 83-76 victory over Northern Arizona, registering an impressive 28 points.

McBride had an efficient night on the court, converting 6 of 12 attempts from the floor, including 4 of his 6 shots from behind the arc, and impressively, he sank all 12 of his free-throw attempts. His performance was crucial for the Golden Eagles, who now hold a record of 3-6. Supporting him in the effort, Sam Alajiki contributed 15 points, making 4 of 10 from the field and hitting 2 of 7 from three-point territory while also gathering six rebounds. Jalen Miller added to the offensive output with 14 points, shooting 4 for 6 overall and knocking down 3 of 4 from the free-throw line.

On the other side of the court, the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks, now with a 6-3 record, were spearheaded by Trenton McLaughlin, who put up 24 points alongside six rebounds. Teammate Carson Towt had an all-around performance as he totaled 17 points, supported by an impressive 16 rebounds, plus contributing four assists and three blocks. Jayden Jackson also was influential for the Lumberjacks, matching his teammate’s scoring with 17 points in the contest.

Overall, both teams showcased their talents, but it was Oral Roberts that emerged victorious in this closely contested game.