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Men's Basketball Drops Opener in Thanksgiving Classic

Despite 36 points from Motlow freshman Mi'Quan Tucker, the Bucks men's basketball team dropped an 85-67 decision to Three Rivers Community College on Thanksgiving Day in Poplar Bluff, MO.

Motlow (3-6, 1-3) was unable to overcome a game-opening 10-0 deficit and trailed at halftime 44-21.

Tucker was the bright spot, connecting on 6-12 shots behind the 3-point line and 13-21 field goals, while also leading the team in rebounds with five.

Matthew Jones added 11 points and a team-high four steals. 

The Bucks will play Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College on Friday, Nov. 25.