SAN ANTONIO, TX — The Cameron Aggies showed incredible resilience and determination, securing a hard-fought 79-74 overtime victory over St. Mary's (TX) in a thrilling Lone Star Conference showdown at Bill Greehey Arena in San Antonio, Texas.
Key Performances
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Miles Gurske led the Aggies with a stellar performance, scoring 20 points on 6-of-13 shooting, including 4-of-9 from three-point range. He also grabbed 7 rebounds, dished out 1 assist, and added 1 steal in 37 minutes of action.
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Aaron Jacob was a force on both ends of the floor, contributing 17 points, 12 rebounds, and 1 block. His three-point shooting (3-of-11) and defensive presence were critical in the win.
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Reggie Prudhomme delivered a well-rounded game with 14 points, 8 rebounds, and a team-high 6 assists, showcasing his ability to impact the game in multiple ways.
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Jaxon Ingram added 12 points and 7 rebounds, shooting an efficient 5-of-9 from the field and playing a key role in the paint.
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Lavell Brodnex provided a spark off the bench with 8 points, 3 rebounds, and a perfect 4-of-4 performance from the free-throw line.
Inside the Box Score
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Field Goals: Cameron shot 27-of-70 (38.6%) from the field, improving their efficiency in the second half and overtime.
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Three-Pointers: The Aggies hit 9-of-33 (27.3%) from beyond the arc, with Miles Gurske leading the charge with 4 three-pointers.
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Free Throws: Cameron went 16-of-24 (66.7%) at the free-throw line, including clutch shooting in overtime to seal the win.
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Rebounding: The Aggies dominated the boards with 47 total rebounds (22 offensive, 25 defensive), led by Aaron Jacob's 12 rebounds and Reggie Prudhomme's 8.
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Assists & Turnovers: Cameron dished out 14 assists while committing 10 turnovers, showcasing solid ball control in a high-pressure game.
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Defense: The Aggies recorded 2 blocks and 4 steals, with Andrew Iyamah leading the way with 2 steals.
Game Highlights
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Cameron trailed at halftime but rallied in the second half, shooting 45.2% from the field and 42.9% from three-point range to force overtime.
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In overtime, the Aggies outscored St. Mary's 14-9, shooting 50% from the field and 77.8% from the free-throw line to secure the victory.
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The Aggies' bench contributed 8 points, with Zaveion Okoh adding 4 points and 2 assists in 22 minutes.
Looking Ahead
The Aggies will look to build on this momentum as they return home February 20th against Western New Mexico University. With their grit and determination on full display, Cameron aims to continue their winning ways in conference play.