PHOENIX, Ariz. – The Eastern New Mexico University men's basketball team produced five players in double-figures in an exhibition contest against Arizona Christian on Monday. Despite the strong offensive performance, ENMU was unable to complete the comeback in a 94-87 setback to the Firestorm.
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Zach Parker had a game-high 18 points, going 7-of-16 from the floor.
Jamani Pierce tacked on 15 points and seven boards while
Devin Pullum (15),
Lamarquis Thompson (11) and
Maurice Coleman (10) also scored in double-figures for the Hounds. Coleman and Pullum each dished out a pair of dimes and
Arcaim Lallemand pulled down seven points, matching Pierce for the team lead.
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The Hounds head to Tucson to continue the exhibition swing in the Grand Canyon state with a matchup with Division I powerhouse Arizona. The contest with the Wildcats is televised on the Pac-12 Network. Tipoff is slated for 8 p.m. at the McKale Center. For the latest news on ENMU Athletics, follow @ENMU_Hoops and @ENMUAthletics on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram or visit GoEasternAthletics.com.
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-Eastern New Mexico University-
Men's Basketball
Will Edwards