Lamar's Rob Lee Jr. stole the show at the Montagne Center, scoring 28 points and grabbing 7 rebounds to lead his team to a resounding 82-61 win over East Texas A&M. The Cardinals' victory was never in doubt, as they built a solid foundation in the first half and continued to pull away in the second. At halftime, Lamar held a slim 35-33 lead, but they exploded for 47 points in the final 20 minutes to seal the deal.
Lee Jr. was the catalyst for Lamar's offense, using his quickness and agility to get past East Texas A&M defenders and finish at the rim. He was joined in double figures by teammates Braden East, who chipped in 12 points and 11 rebounds, and King-Njhsanni Wilhite, who added 12 points of his own. The Cardinals' balanced attack proved too much for the Lions to handle, as they struggled to find consistency on the offensive end.
Damian Garcia led the way for East Texas A&M, scoring 11 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome the team's overall lack of cohesion. Ronnie Harrison and Noah Pagotto each contributed 10 points and a combined 11 rebounds, but the Lions' effort was ultimately undone by Lamar's superior firepower. As the game wore on, the Cardinals' lead continued to grow, and they eventually cruised to a 21-point victory.
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CHD Scout had predicted a Lamar win by 11 points, and while the final margin exceeded that expectation, the outcome was never truly in doubt. The Cardinals' performance was a reflection of their strength and depth, and it's clear that they're a team to watch in the coming weeks. With this win, Lamar improves to 11-10 on the season, while East Texas A&M falls to 8-13.
This game was classified as a Quadrant 4 contest for Lamar, and while it may not have been the most challenging opponent, the Cardinals still deserve credit for taking care of business. By handling East Texas A&M with ease, Lamar avoided a potential trap game and kept their momentum going. For East Texas A&M, this loss was a Quadrant 3 game, and it won't do much to boost their tournament resume. As the season wears on, the Lions must find ways to pull off upsets and bolster their chances of making a postseason run.
The implications of this result are clear: Lamar has solidified its position as a mid-tier team, while East Texas A&M still has work to do to become a serious contender. With this win, the Cardinals have strengthened their tournament resume, even if it's just a small step in the right direction. As they continue to navigate their schedule, Lamar want to build on this performance and make a push for a higher seed in the tournament. For now, they can take pride in a dominating win over East Texas A&M, and Rob Lee Jr. can bask in the glory of a standout performance.