In a thrilling matchup on Wednesday, East Texas A&M narrowly defeated Abilene Christian with a final score of 68-67, breaking their seven-game losing streak. Scooter Williams Jr. played a pivotal role in the victory, contributing 19 points, complemented by six rebounds and three steals.

Khaliq Abdul-Mateen also had a strong performance, scoring 17 points. His shooting was notably efficient, hitting 3 of 8 from the field and being almost perfect on free throws, making 11 of 12. Along with his scoring, he provided five assists and recorded three steals, showcasing his all-around game for the Lions, who improved their record to 2-10.

For the Wildcats, Quion Williams was the standout player, ending the game with 17 points and seven assists. Leonardo Bettiol contributed significantly as well, adding 16 points and grabbing seven rebounds, while Hunter Jack Madden chipped in with 13 points. Despite their efforts, Abilene Christian fell to 7-5 on the season.