HOUSTON — In a competitive clash on Saturday evening, Houston Christian secured an 81-76 win against Incarnate Word, driven by a strong performance from Bryson Dawkins, who notched 17 points.

Dawkins also contributed significantly on the boards, pulling down six rebounds to aid the Huskies, who now hold a record of 6-10, with a conference standing of 3-2 in the Southland.

Julian Mackey also shone for Houston Christian, scoring 16 points, while Elijah Brooks chipped in with 15 points, helping their team maintain momentum throughout the game.

On the opposing side, Jordan Pyke was the standout for the Cardinals, producing an impressive 27 points along with seven rebounds.

Dylan Hayman contributed to the Cardinals’ efforts with 19 points and two blocks, while Davion Bailey added nine points to the total. Incarnate Word’s record now stands at 9-7 and 2-3 in the conference.

The matchup provided an exciting exhibition of talent and competitiveness, reflecting the intensity of rivalries in the Southland Conference this season.