ORU Ends Losing Streak with Win over South Dakota State

The Golden Eagles ended their four-game skid riding a strong performance from Warren Niles.

Thursday, May 26th 2011, 12:08 pm

By: News On 6


Originally Published: Jan 8, 2011 10:46 PM CDT

Oklahoma Sports Staff and Wire Reports

BROOKINGS, South Dakota -- A big night from Warren Niles propelled Oral Roberts to a 90-82 win over South Dakota State Saturday to snap a four-game losing streak.

Niles scored 25 points and made all five 3-point attempts as Oral Roberts shot 65 percent from the field in the win.

The Golden Eagles (6-12, 3-3) connected on 14 of 17 3-pointers, but the Jackrabbits (11-5, 3-2) kept pace, making 13 of their 29 attempts.

Nate Wolters kept South Dakota State in the game with his hot shooting, making 12 of 16 shots, and he finished with a game-high 32 points. Wolters made 4 of 5 3-point attempts.

Oral Roberts, which led 42-36 at halftime, made 34 of 52 shots and out-rebounded South Dakota State 35-22.

South Dakota State got as close as 78-76 with 2:38 remaining, but two Niles 3-pointers gave Oral Roberts an 84-78 lead, and the Golden Eagles continued to stretch their lead over the final minute.

The Golden Eagles return home for a three-game home stand, starting at 7:05 p.m. Thursday against Southern Utah.
logo

Get The Daily Update!

Be among the first to get breaking news, weather, and general news updates from News on 6 delivered right to your inbox!

More Like This

May 26th, 2011

March 14th, 2024

December 4th, 2023

September 25th, 2023

Top Headlines

March 28th, 2024

March 28th, 2024

March 27th, 2024

March 27th, 2024