Edmond, Okla. - The Dustdevils fell to the Eagles of Oklahoma Christian, 50-69 on Thursday evening in Edmond, OK.

In the opening half, TAMIU faced challenges, shooting only 22.58% from the field. Mathew Okoye led the team with 14 points, showcasing proficiency from beyond the arc. Despite their struggles, the team stayed competitive, engaging in a game tied three times and experiencing multiple lead changes. Oklahoma Christian, however, demonstrated a more efficient offensive performance, shooting 33.33% in the first half.

The second half saw TAMIU improving their offensive output, shooting 31.25% from the field. Mathew Okoye, Shannon Strickland, and John Achebe made notable contributions, but Oklahoma Christian continued to extend their lead. Okla. Christian displayed a strong offensive performance in the second half, shooting an impressive 50.00% from the field. The game saw a total of ten lead changes and ended with a final score of 69-50 in favor of the Eagles.

Mathew Okoye led the Dustdevils with 14 points and 3 assists. However, TAMIU struggled with offensive efficiency throughout the game, shooting 27.0% overall. The team faced challenges in three-point shooting, converting only 21.4% of attempts.

With the loss, the Dustdevils fall to 7-7 overall and 3-5 in the Lone Star Conference. The Dustdevils will return to action on Saturday, January 13 in Fort Smith, AR to face Arkansas Fort Smith at 3pm.