Posted: Jan 04, 2025
Roadrunners Top Panthers in Overtime in Conference Opener
Portland
(7-6, 0-1)
85
Linn-Benton
(6-8, 1-0)
87
| Final | 1 | 2 | OT | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Portland (7-6, 0-1) | 36 | 39 | 10 | 85 |
|
Linn-Benton (6-8, 1-0) | 32 | 43 | 12 | 87 |
ALBANY, Ore. — Linn-Benton needed an overtime period, but the Roadrunners defeated Portland 87-85 in the NWAC South Region men 's basketball opener for both teams.
Linn-Benton (6-8, 1-0) got a game-high 27 points from Liam Spencer, including a clutch three-pointer that sent the game to overtime. He also shot 10-for-15 from the floor.
The Roadrunners also got 18 points and six rebounds from Jackson Oglesby and 14 points amd seven rebounds from Cade Smith.
Linn-Benton next hosts Lane Wednesday night.
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