(Interstat) — The Lee College Runnin Rebels used a strong second-half performance to defeat the Paris College Dragons 79-63 in a men’s junior college basketball game Saturday. After trailing 63-61 entering the final quarter, the Runnin Rebels closed the game on an 18-0 run, holding Paris scoreless for the final eight minutes. The decisive defensive stand secured the home victory. With the win, Lee improved its season record to 7-4, while Paris fell to 7-5. The teams are scheduled to meet again in Paris on Feb. 14.