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Lions Roar: Langston Dominates in NAIA Tourney Upset
15 Mar
Summary
- Langston Lions secured a dominant 86-59 win over No. 12 Eastern Oregon.
- The Lions advanced to the NAIA Men's Basketball Round of 16.
- Langston's defense held Eastern Oregon to a mere 33 percent shooting.
The Langston University Lions asserted their dominance in the NAIA Men's Basketball Tournament, crushing No. 12 Eastern Oregon 86-59 in the second round. This emphatic victory secured the Lions' fourth consecutive appearance in the NAIA Round of 16 under head coach Chris Wright.
Langston's offense was efficient, shooting 55 percent from the field, with three players scoring in double figures, led by Orlando Thomas with 23 points. The team's defensive intensity was a key factor, holding Eastern Oregon to a mere 33 percent shooting and forcing difficult possessions.
Coach Wright expressed immense pride in his team's response after a less-than-stellar previous performance. The Lions' relentless pace and defensive identity were on full display throughout the game, leaving the Mountaineers with no answers.
The Lions, now 26-7 on the season, will advance to face No. 1 seed Oklahoma Wesleyan in Kansas City, Missouri, on Friday, March 20. This marks another significant step for the storied HBCU program under Wright's successful leadership.
