Batesville, AR - Lyon College men's basketball rallied from a halftime deficit to defeat the University of the Ozarks Eagles 87-78. Scots are now 2-0 on the season.
The Scots trailed 38-37 at halftime after Ozarks built a 10-point lead in the opening period. Lyon closed the first half with a strong push, including a late basket from Karlin Hardy to cut the deficit to one.
Lyon opened the second half with back-to-back baskets from Camron Williford and Hardy to take a 41-38 lead. The Eagles answered to keep the game close, but the Scots regained control midway through the half. A three-pointer from Kaloyan Hristov gave Lyon a 57-54 advantage, and the Scots continued to build on the lead.
Kyanu Simeone connected on three three-pointers during the second half, helping Lyon create separation. A Simeone three and a fast-break layup from Dre'Yon Quattlebaum pushed the Scots' lead to 69-62 with just over four minutes remaining. Lyon maintained its advantage down the stretch to secure the 87-78 win.
Hardy led the Scots with 21 points, while Williford added 19 points and Trevion Ross finished with 16. Simeone and Hristov each contributed 13 points.
Scots will face the Hendrix College Warriors next week in Becknell Gym on Tuesday, November 17th at 7:30 PM.
