KENNESAW, Ga. (Interstat) — Damon Nicholas scored 21 points to lead Sam Houston to an 83-79 victory over Kennesaw State in a Conference USA men’s basketball game Saturday. The Bearkats held a narrow 45-42 halftime lead at KSU Convocation Center and maintained that margin throughout the second half to secure the road win.

Sam Houston shot efficiently, making 54.9% of its field goals, while the Owls connected on 10 three-pointers but only 47.5% overall. Braedan Lue scored 20 points for Kennesaw State, and Amir Taylor added 21. The Bearkats’ Po’Boigh King also scored 20 points.

Sam Houston improved to 17-8 overall. Kennesaw State fell to 14-11. Attendance was 1,103.