The Buena Vista men's basketball team secured a 103-68 home victory over Simpson College, fueled by a season-high 18 three-pointers and a stellar 46.2% shooting from beyond the arc. Senior Zane Neubaum led with 24 points, hitting 4-of-7 three-pointers, while sophomore Jackson Jones contributed 15 points with 3-of-7 from downtown. Eleven players scored at least one three-pointer for the Beavers, who shot 18-of-39 overall. Neubaum's performance puts him just 24 points away from tying for ninth on the program's all-time scoring list. The team's strong offensive display, coupled with a solid defensive effort that limited Simpson to 4-of-18 shooting from three-point range, propelled Buena Vista to victory.

By the Numbers
  • Season-high 18 three-pointers
  • 46.2% shooting from beyond the arc
  • Neubaum with 24 points, 4-of-7 from three-point range
  • Jones with 15 points, 3-of-7 from beyond the arc
  • Buena Vista's overall shooting: 51% from the field in both halves
  • Neubaum: 1,432 career points, 12th time scoring at least 20 points this season
State of Play
  • Buena Vista secured the sixth seed into the conference tournament
  • Team record: 13-11 on the year (6-9 A-R-C)
  • Regular season's final game against Nebraska Wesleyan, which is tied atop the league standings
  • Nebraska Wesleyan's current record: 21-3, 12-3 A-R-C
Bottom Line

The Buena Vista men's basketball team's emphatic victory, characterized by prolific three-point shooting and strong individual performances, sets the stage for a compelling finale to their regular season against Nebraska Wesleyan. The team's success in the upcoming game could significantly impact their standing in the league, signaling an exciting culmination to their season.