The Portland Pilots had a decisive victory over the Lewis & Clark Pioneers on Tuesday night, with a final score of 89-72. Led by senior guard Ryan Harris, the Pilots were able to pull away late in the game and secure the win.
Harris was the star of the night, finishing with a career-high 32 points and 8 assists. He was able to get to the rim with ease, and his ability to create for his teammates was on full display. He also hit five three-pointers, which helped to stretch the Pioneers defense and open up the floor for his teammates.
The Pilots also got strong contributions from forward Mike Johnson, who finished with 18 points and 8 rebounds. Johnson was able to get to the free throw line often, and he made the most of his opportunities, shooting 8-10 from the charity stripe.
The Pioneers were led by guard John Smith, who finished with a team-high 25 points. Smith was able to get into the lane and draw fouls, but he was unable to keep up with Harris and the rest of the Pilots offense.
The Pilots were able to take advantage of their size and athleticism, outrebounding the Pioneers 38-27. They also forced 17 turnovers, which they were able to convert into 24 points.
Overall, it was a great team effort by the Pilots, and Harris’ performance was the difference maker. With this win, Portland moves to 6-2 on the season and will look to continue their winning ways in their next game against Seattle University.
