COMMERCE, Texas – East Texas A&M achieved a significant victory over Northwestern State on Saturday, triumphing with a score of 72-50 and effectively breaking their nine-game losing streak. Scooter Williams Jr. was a key contributor to the victory, scoring 16 points during the game.

Williams demonstrated his shooting skills, going 5 for 10 overall, along with a 2 for 7 performance from beyond the arc. He also capitalized on every opportunity at the free-throw line, finishing 4 for 4. Other notable performances for the Lions included Khaliq Abdul-Mateen, who scored 12 points, and KC Ugwuakazi, who was perfect from the field with 10 points on 5-for-5 shooting. This win improved the Lions’ overall record to 3-19, including a 1-10 standing in the Southland Conference.

On the opposing side, the Demons were led by JT Warren, who contributed significantly with 13 points, eight rebounds, and three steals. Jon Sanders was also effective for Northwestern State, adding 10 points to their tally. Additionally, Addison Patterson chipped in with six points and facilitated five assists.

The match marked an important turning point for East Texas A&M, showcasing their potential to improve as they continue through the season. As they rebuild their momentum, the Lions will aim to carry this victory into future games, while the Demons will look to reevaluate their strategies ahead of upcoming matches.