OKWU delivered one of its most explosive offensive performances of the season on Thursday night, defeating Spurgeon College 127-106 inside the Mueller Sports Center. The Eagles shot a blistering 57.7% from the field and a perfect 25-for-25 from the free-throw line, using a dominant first half and a deep bench to pull away from the visiting Knights. 

Temaje Izuagbe set the tone early and never cooled off, finishing with a game-high 35 points on an ultra-efficient 12-of-15 shooting. The sophomore forward was unstoppable around the rim, converting tough finishes, running the floor, and shot a perfect 11-for-11 at the line. He added four rebounds, three assists, two blocks, and two steals in just 19 minutes of action. 

While Izuagbe powered the interior, OKWU guards pushed the tempo and spread the floor. Ethan Williams poured in 17 points on 6-of-8 shooting, adding five assists and five steals in a dynamic two-way performance. Yashi McKenzie added 16 points and 10 assists, orchestrating the offense with poise and pace. 

Jaden Wilson chipped in 12 points, and Blake Hamblin contributed valuable minutes defensively while adding two points, three steals, and two rebounds. 

Bench Dominates: 45 Points of Production 

The Eagles' depth proved overwhelming for Spurgeon. Oklahoma Wesleyan's bench erupted for 45 points, led by; Nathaniel Law with 10 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists. Cameron Mennsfield with 8 points, 2 threes. Marshall Gillette with 8 points on 3-of-5 shooting. Angel Hidalgos with 7 points and 3 steals. 

Turning Defense Into Offense 

Oklahoma Wesleyan forced 24 turnovers and turned them into 43 points, a key factor in the game's outcome. The Eagles' pressure defense swarmed passing lanes, jumped ball screens, and consistently disrupted Spurgeon's rhythm. 

A Complete Offensive Showcase 

The Eagles' offensive numbers were staggering: 

45-of-78 (57.7%) from the field 

12-of-30 (40%) from three 

25-of-25 (100%) at the free-throw line 

60 points in the paint 

35 assists on 45 made baskets 

Oklahoma Wesleyan controlled the game from the midway point of the first half onward, stretching the lead to as many as 25 in the second half. 

Looking Ahead 

With the win, Oklahoma Wesleyan continues its strong start to conference play and extends its home winning streak. The Eagles will look to carry this momentum into their next matchup as they continue to climb the conference standings. Next up for the Eagles, they will face the University of Saint Mary on January 7th at 7:30 PM in Leavenworth, Kansas. GO Eagles