Box Score SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb. - The 11th-ranked College of Southern Idaho Men's Basketball team never trailed Friday in its non-conference game against Western Nebraska, winning 78-73.
The Golden Eagles led by as much as 19 points and held off a furious comeback late in the second half.
Stevie Smith had a big night for CSI, finishing with 22 points and seven rebounds. Deng Dut continued his solid play, posting 14 points, seven rebounds and six assists. Amoro Lado scored in double digits with 15 points and Sebastian Reynoso-Jimenez had nine points and seven rebounds.
The Golden Eagles shot the ball well, making 53 percent of their shots from the field, while holding Western Nebraska to 37 percent. At the line, they were even more impressive, knocking down 88 percent of their attempts.
CSI, now 3-0 overall, travels to Eastern Wyoming Saturday.