TWIN FALLS, Idaho - The College of Southern Idaho Men's Basketball Team defeated USU Eastern 74-68 Wednesday and moved into third place in the Scenic West Athletic Conference standings.
The Golden Eagles had lost to USUE twice this season in Price, but Wednesday they defended their home court.
CSI trailed until midway through the second half. After shooting 21 percent from the 3-point line in the first half, the Golden Eagles knocked down 50 percent in the second to forge the comeback.
Leading the way from long range was
Marcellious Lockett. The sophomore finished with five, posting 17 points. He also had seven rebounds and three assists. The other three players in double digit scoring were Rob Whaley with 15,
Taelon Martin with 12 and
Jakari Livingston with 10.
Chris James was steady all night, finishing with seven points, six rebounds, three assists and three steals.
Daylen Williams led the Golden Eagles on the boards with 14. He added seven points and four assists.
CSI travels to Colorado Northwestern Saturday.
