First Quarter: The game tipped off with Briar Cliff dominating, scoring 27 points while Mount Marty struggled to notch up only 6 points. The Chargers showcased a strong offense, shooting 47.62% from the field and hitting 6 of 15 three-point attempts. Mount Marty faced a tough defensive challenge, managing only 28.57% shooting and missing all their 3-point shots in this quarter.

Second Quarter: Mount Marty improved slightly in the second quarter but still trailed significantly. Briar Cliff maintained control, shooting 43.75% from the field. Though the Lancers managed to increase their field goal percentage to 33.33%, they struggled from the 3-point line, making only 2 of 7 attempts. The Charger's strong defense limited Mount Marty's scoring opportunities.

Third Quarter: Mount Marty showed resilience after halftime, shooting an impressive 55.56% from the field, their best percentage in any quarter. They improved their 3-point shooting to 50% but struggled from the free-throw line, converting only 71.43%. Briar Cliff continued their efficient scoring, shooting 58.33% from the field and maintaining a strong overall performance.

Fourth Quarter: In the final quarter, Mount Marty fought hard but couldn't entirely bridge the scoring gap. Briar Cliff maintained their lead despite a slight decrease in shooting percentage. Mount Marty managed a 40.91% shooting rate in this quarter, making 3 of 10 attempted 3-pointers.

Looking Ahead: The Lancers will take on Concordia University in Yankton on Wednesday, December 6th at 6:00 PM.