CASPER, Wyo. (Interstat) — Kellon Harris scored 30 points to lead Western Nebraska to a 105-85 men’s junior college basketball victory over Casper on Wednesday night. The Cougars, who entered with a 3-10 record, defied a national statistical projection that heavily favored the Thunderbirds.

Western Nebraska built a 53-40 lead by halftime and maintained control. Harris added eight rebounds and four assists. Melchi Egbeyemi and Toms Linis each scored 14 points for the Cougars.

Western Nebraska improved to 4-10 overall. Casper fell to 5-10. The Cougars shot 53.2% from the field and made 17 3-pointers in the win.