Led by Nick Shogbonyo’s 18 points, the Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders defeated the Lamar Cardinals 57-49 in a Southland Conference opener.

BEAUMONT, Texas(AP) — Nick Shogbonyo had 18 points in Texas A&M-Corpus Christi’s 57-49 win against Lamar on Saturday night in a Southland Conference opener.

Shogbonyo also had three steals for the Islanders (3-5, 1-0 Southland Conference). Sheldon Williams added 13 points and eight rebounds, while Leo Torbor scored 10.

The Cardinals (5-3, 0-1) were led by Rob Lee Jr. with 15 points. Cody Pennebaker added nine points and four steals.

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