Box Score Central, SC - It's been twelve days since the Lions last game. However, despite the Lions extended break of games they picked up right where they left off by knocking off SWU on the road, 78-65. The Lions weren't as hot from deep as they've been in their last few outings, but they played some stifling defense, holding SWU to just 35% from the field and 25% from deep.

The Lions jumped out on SWU, largely because of Sophomore Forward, Jayvion Rucker, who scored 7 of Emmanuel's first 11 points. The inside presence of Jayvion Rucker and Kyler Ingram was felt all night. The two combined for 22 points and 14 rebounds and went a combined 10-15 from the field (67%).

The Lions carried their defense and multiple guys had a huge impact on the game. Four reached double figures:

Conference Carolinas leading scorer, KJ Jones II, poured in 22 points, grabbed 5 boards and he also went a perfect 14-14 from the free throw line.

Sophomore Forward, Kyler Ingram, had a huge night for the Lions. Putting up a season-high in points rebounds with 15 points and 8 rebounds. He was also 7-8 from the field.

Senior guard, Brandon Simpson, stuffed the stat sheet with 12 points, 7 boards and 3 assists.

Michael Wright continued his hot shooting by adding 11 points and going 3-5 from beyond the arc. He also pulled in 3 rebounds.

The Lions will be back in action Wednesday night, February 17, at 7:30pm. They will be facing North Greenville University back at home for there second meeting of this season and will be looking for their eight straight win.