TWIN FALLS, Idaho - The 15th-ranked College of Southern Idaho saw a 21-point lead with 17 minutes to play disappear, falling to Lee College 78-75 Saturday in the Hilex Poly/Physician's Immediate Care Tournament.
The Golden Eagles out-shot Lee 49 percent to 42 percent from the field but struggled from the free-throw line, hitting just 47 percent compared to 67 percent for Lee. Lee was 16-of-24 and CSI finished 8-of-17.
CSI out-rebounded Lee as well 44-35 but coughed up 22 turnovers to just 11 for Lee.
Chayce Polynice led the Golden Eagles with 16 points and 10 rebounds. Daylen Williams added eight points and 10 rebounds and Robert Whaley had 14 points, five rebounds and four assists. Chris James was solid, posting six points, six rebounds and five assists. And Marcellious Locket scored 10 points along with four assists.
CSI, 2-1 overall, travels to Laramie County Wednesday and Casper College Friday.

CNCC 78, Central Wyoming 71 Boxscore