The North Platte Community College defeated the Northwestern Kansas Technical College Mavericks 81-68 Wednesday night at McDonald-Belton Gymnasium.

In the first half the Mavericks jumped out to a 28-15 lead.  The Knights went on a 19-5 run to take the lead 34-33.  The Knights maintained the lead to take a 42-38 halftime lead.

Three point shooting was prevalent in the first half as the Knights shot 7 of 15 three pointers and the Mavericks shot 6 of 13 three pointers.

In the second half the Mavericks only made 2 of 11 from behind the arc while the Knights made 4 of 11.

The Knights never trailed in the second half, leading by as much as 18 (74-56).

Cameron Williams, once again led the Knights in scoring with 30 points.  Williams has scored 30 or more points in the last three games.  He also contributed with 4 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals.

The Knights had three other players to score in double figures.  Shyquinn Dix with 11 points, Marco Pascolo and CJ Polk, each with 10 points.  Pascolo also grabbed 9 rebounds.

Freshman Matt Thomas scored 9 points and handed out 7 assists.

The Mavericks had four players in double figures. DeAngelo Stewart and Montrell Williams each had 13 points.  Daniel Ramis had 11 points and James Sylvester had 10 points to pace the Mavericks.

The Mavericks fall to 9-6 on the season.

The Knights improve to 10-2 on the season.  They return to action on Saturday, December 13 as they host the Conquistadors of Dodge City Community College.

Earlier in the year, the Knights beat the Conquistadors on a shot with 1.4 seconds to go by Marco Pascolo, 70-68.

The game may be heard on ESPN Radio 1410 or on the internet at www.northplattepost.com.  It will also be video streamed at www.coachesaid.com .

Tip-off will be at 7:00 p.m. CST