STERLING, Colo. (Interstat) — Ethan Carter scored 23 points to lead Northeastern (Colo.) to an 89-78 men’s junior college basketball victory over Trinidad State on Thursday.

The Plainsmen avenged a one-point loss to the Trojans from Jan. 24. Northeastern (Colo.) built a 42-29 first-quarter lead and maintained control despite Trinidad State’s 49-point second quarter.

Carter added eight rebounds and five assists for the Plainsmen. Dodge Davis added 24 points and 10 rebounds. Demorae Pritchett led Trinidad State with 19 points.

Northeastern (Colo.) dominated the glass with a 40-22 rebounding advantage and shot 55% from the field. The Plainsmen improved to 12-6, while the Trojans fell to 10-14.