The McLennan Highlanders defeated the Temple Leopards 69-58 this - kcentv.com - KCEN HD - Waco, Temple, and Killeen

The game was close throughout the first half with neither team gaining more than a four-point lead. MCC held the 28-24 lead at halftime.

The Highlanders opened the second half on a 9-2 run and extended the lead to 12 with 15:30 to go in the game. Temple rallied, tying the game at 56 with just over four minutes  to play. MCC ended the game on 13-2 run, including going 8-10 from the free throw line in the final two minutes to seal the win.

D.J. Weathers led the Highlanders with 19 points. Tevin Hanner and Shawn Prudhomme added 16 and 10, respectively.