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Gallery: Men’s basketball crushes Sam Houston Bearkats

February 25, 2021 by Ryland Mallett

The men’s basketball team dominated the Sam Houston Bearkats 86-72 in Teague Special Events Center on Wednesday evening. Junior forward Joe Pleasant scored a career-high 24 points during the close matchup. The Wildcats now stand 11-1 in conference play as they prepare to face Central Arkansas in Conway on Saturday.

Sophomore forward Airion Simmons dribbles the ball down the court after passing an opponent. (Photo by Ryland Mallett)
Junior forward Joe Pleasant attempts to catch a rebound off of the backboard. (Photo by Ryland Mallett)
Senior guard Paul Hiepler dunks the ball before the start of the game. (Photo by Ryland Mallett)

Junior forward Joe Pleasant yells in celebration after a successful shot. (Photo by Ryland Mallett)
Sophomore forward Airion Simmons catches a rebound in the first half of the game. (Photo by Ryland Mallett)
Junior forward Joe Pleasant receives a pass from a teamate. (Photo by Ryland Mallett)

Surrounded by opponents, senior guard Reggie Miller jumps up for the ball. (Photo by Ryland Mallett)
Senior guard Coryon Mason dodges a Bearkat defender while passing. (Photo by Ryland Mallett)
Junior guard Damien Daniels jumps up to pass the ball down the court. (Photo by Ryland Mallett)

Junior guard Tobias Cameron jumps in the air for a layup. (Photo by Ryland Mallett)
Junior forward Joe Pleasant celebrates the win over the Sam Houston Bearkats. (Photo by Ryland Mallett)
Senior guard Paul Hiepler celebrates the winning play of the game. (Photo by Ryland Mallett)

The Wildcat crowd cheers at the end of the game. (Photo by Ryland Mallett)
Junior guard Damien Daniels dribbles the ball down the court. (Photo by Ryland Mallett)

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