MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Mississippi College (10-13, 7-10 Gulf South) edged out Christian Brothers University (4-17, 3-13 Gulf South) 61-60 on Tuesday at Canale Arena. The Choctaws dominated the paint with 46 points, contributing to their narrow victory.

The game commenced with Christian Brothers taking an early lead as Marquis Gill scored a fast-break jumper at 19:01. Mississippi College responded with Phil Nelson contributing back-to-back baskets, leveling the score at 10-10 by the 13:19 mark. Nelson continued to drive his team's offense, eventually giving them a brief lead with a three-pointer assisted by Avaughn Johnson at 12:39. However, Christian Brothers regained control with a 3-pointer by Iman Kheirati at 9:52, and a late three-pointer by Marquis Gill, assisted by Jabari Phillip Jr., secured a 27-21 lead for the home team at the end of the first half.

MC overcame a three-point halftime deficit with a strong second-half performance to edge Christian Brothers 61-60. The visitors were propelled by Josh Holman, who scored multiple crucial layups, including one at the 1:42 mark to retake the lead. Christian Brothers responded with a layup by Bennett Briles with just 23 seconds remaining, putting them ahead by one. However, Nelson's layup with four seconds left secured the victory for The Blue and Gold. The visitors dominated the paint with 30 points, while Christian Brothers capitalized on fast breaks with nine points.

Mississippi College Top Performers

Josh Holman
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- 20 points  
- 8/15 field goals made  
- 7 rebounds  

Phil Nelson
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- 21 points  
- 10/12 field goals made  
- 3 steals  
- 5 assists  

Avaughn Johnson  
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- 8 points  
- 10 rebounds  
- 2 steals  

In their next matchup, The Blue and Gold will host West Florida on Thursday, Feb. 12. The game is set to tip off at 7:30 p.m. CT at A.E. Wood Coliseum in Clinton, Mississippi. Read Full Article