Cochran, GA - The Knights were back on their home court on Saturday, January 25th as they played host to the Wolfpack of Loyola University. The Knights were looking to get back in the win column and continue their strong conference play.
The Knights came ready to play as they scored the first nine points of the game and held a 13-2 lead after four minutes of play. The Wolfpack slowly chipped away at the lead with the Knights holding a one point lead late in the first half. The Knights scored the final five points of the first half to head into halftime up 37-31. The second half was close at the start with the Wolfpack taking a 44-43 lead with 16 minutes remaining. The Knights went on a 10 point run to take a nine point lead and the lead continued to grow as the Knights grabbed a 19 point lead with 8:43 remaining in the game. The Wolfpack tried to make a comeback but the Knights defense held up as the Knights won the game 78-68.
Nick Cham led the Knights with 17 points with
Milique Smith adding a 13 point-13 rebound double-double.
The Knights will be back on the court on Monday, January 27th when they face the Crusaders of William Carey University. Tip-off is scheduled for 4 PM EST.