DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - A 10-point first lead and 17 points and with assists from
Malik Maitland was not enough as Behtune-Cookman men's basketball dropped a 76-56 decision to the University of Nebaska-Omaha Tuesday night at Moore Gymnasium.
The Wildcats led by as much as 15 points with 2:42 remaining in the first half on
Houston Smith's three as BCU was 15-28 in the half with 11 assists.
The Mavericks stormed back and converted on 15 of 25 field goal attempts, including a 4-6 showing from distance.
Smith was one of three double-figure scorers with 11 points, four rebounds, and three helpers.
Mark Gordon poured in 12 with seven boards.
Cletrell Pope also tied for the team's high with seven rebounds, and led BCU with three blocks.
BCU remains at home after the Thanksgiving holiday with a 7 p.m. tip against Volusia County rival Stetson on Monday, Nov. 26.
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