MARTIN, Tenn. (Interstat) — The Tennessee-Martin Skyhawks defeated the Lindenwood Lions 69-55 in an Ohio Valley Conference men’s basketball game Saturday at Skyhawk Arena.

Tennessee-Martin built a 35-22 halftime lead and maintained control throughout, fueled by superior shooting. The Skyhawks shot 44.3% from the field while holding Lindenwood to 34%. Dontrez Williams led all scorers with 20 points for the Lions. Matas Deniusas paced the Skyhawks with 14 points and four blocks.

Lindenwood’s offense struggled, managing just two 3-pointers on 19 attempts. Tennessee-Martin converted 17 points off 17 Lindenwood turnovers. Attendance was 1,567. The Skyhawks improved to 15-4. The Lions fell to 11-8.