DILLON, Mont. - In the second game of the Montana Western Classic, the Eastern Oregon Men's Basketball team competed against the sixth-ranked Montana Tech, falling to a final score of 78-65. The Orediggers shot an impressive 50% from the field and beyond the arc, justifying their preseason ranking.
Adam Orr led the Mounties in scoring with 18 points, notching all six of his buckets from beyond the three point line.
Malachi Afework also ignited Eastern Oregon's offense for the second straight game , contributing 18 points in 33 minutes of play.
Jonny Hillman was the only other Mountie to reach double digits in the contest, despite fouling out with six minutes remaining in the game.
Asa Williams led the way for the Orediggers, notching an impressive 30 points while connecting on four three pointers. Keeley Bake was also efficient from deep, recording 14 points and going 3-4 from beyond the arc. Hayden Diekhans was a perfect 5-5 from the field, recording 11 points.
The Mountaineers are set to journey to Lewiston, Idaho, for their next matchup on November 10th, where they will take on the third-ranked Arizona Christian. The game is scheduled to tip off at 3:30 p.m.