CENTRAL, S.C.- The Emmanuel College men's basketball team defeated Southern Wesleyan University, 71-70 on Wednesday night. This win brings the Lions record to 22-8 overall, 15-2 in conference.

Despite trailing nearly the entire game, the Lions kept their composure and were able to recover with a last second tip-in from Freshman Kyler Ingram.

Senior Austin Greene led the Lions with 24 points and 6 assists. Junior Mikel Tyson followed behind with 10 points. Senior Kendrick Colvin snagged 11 rebounds. 

Next up, the Lions return home for their final regular season game against Belmont Abbey on Tuesday, February 26th at 7:30pm for senior night.

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