UMSL opened its men’s basketball season with an 86-63 road loss to Kentucky Wesleyan. The Tritons briefly took the lead in the second half, but the Panthers’ 10-point run swung the game, and they pulled away late.

By the Numbers
  • UMSL shot 42.3% from the field and 3-for-21 from 3-point range.
  • Kentucky Wesleyan shot 61.4% overall and 12-for-20 from 3-point range.
  • Miles Boland led UMSL with 15 points and 7 assists.
Yes, But

UMSL was within two late in the first half and took a brief second-half lead, but couldn’t sustain its momentum. Kentucky Wesleyan’s shooting advantage and a 17-5 run by the Panthers in the final five minutes proved decisive.

What's Next

UMSL continues its road trip Friday, Nov. 13, against Northern Michigan at the JustAGame Crossover in Wisconsin Dells. Tipoff is scheduled for 1 p.m.

Bottom Line

The Tritons showed they could challenge Kentucky Wesleyan, but their 3-point shooting and late-game defense will need to improve to turn that promise into a win.