HOWARD, Texas (Interstat) — The Howard College men’s basketball team delivered a commanding performance Monday night, defeating Western Texas 72-47 on the road. The Hawks established a decisive 39-15 lead in the first quarter and never looked back.

Daniel Culberson led Howard with 15 points, eight rebounds and five assists. Kuai Deng added 15 points, four rebounds, five assists and two blocks. The Hawks’ defense was stifling, forcing 12 turnovers and holding the Westerners to just 15-of-50 shooting from the floor.

Anesu Dehwe scored 13 points for Western Texas in the loss. Howard improved to 15-2 overall, while Western Texas fell to 7-8.