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The Abilene Christian Wildcats (ACU) picked up their first victory of the season Saturday afternoon, holding on for an 83-81 win over Lamar in a tightly contested non-conference matchup. ACU improved to 1-1 on the year after building an early lead and weathering a late Cardinals rally. [espn.com]
Wildcats Control First Half
ACU established momentum early, taking a 39-31 advantage into halftime behind efficient offensive execution and strong perimeter shooting. The Wildcats extended their lead throughout portions of the second half, but Lamar refused to go away, setting up a tense finish in the final minutes. [espn.com]
Despite Lamar pouring in 50 second-half points, the Wildcats made enough plays down the stretch to preserve the two-point victory and avoid a late collapse.
Dye and Boisdur Lead the Way
Isaac Dye paced the Wildcats with 18 points, shooting 6-of-9 from the field while knocking down multiple three-pointers. Evan Boisdur added 17 points and seven assists, playing a key role as both a scorer and facilitator throughout the contest. [espn.com]
The ACU Wildcats received additional contributions from across the roster, including eight rebounds from Timéo Pons, whose effort on the glass helped ACU control key possessions. ACU’s balanced attack proved crucial as multiple players stepped up during important stretches of the game. [espn.com]
ACU Survives Late Push
Lamar was led by Quante Berry, who scored a game-high 20 points, but the Cardinals came up just short in their comeback attempt. ACU’s defense delivered when it mattered most, allowing the Wildcats to protect their slim lead in the closing moments. [espn.com]
After opening the season with a loss at Colorado, the Wildcats responded with a resilient performance on their home floor. The win gives ACU positive momentum as it continues its early-season schedule and looks to build consistency on both ends of the court. [espn.com]
Final Score: Abilene Christian 83, Lamar 81.
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