NAPTON, Mo. (Interstat) — Central Methodist held off a second-half rally to defeat Missouri Valley 77-72 in a men’s NAIA basketball game Wednesday night at Grover C. Redford Gymnasium. The Eagles built a 14-point halftime lead behind efficient shooting, but the Vikings surged after the break, closing within a single possession late. Central Methodist sealed the victory at the free-throw line. Isaiah Bonaparte led the Eagles with 21 points and six assists. Kamari Slaughter paced Missouri Valley with a game-high 23 points and 13 rebounds. Central Methodist improved to 14-9 overall, while Missouri Valley fell to 14-7.