Despite a historic scoring night from junior guard Sincere Moore, Morehouse Basketball dropped a tough SIAC matchup to Lane College at Forbes Arena after a one-hour game delay due to a shortage of officials.
The Maroon Tigers entered the contest looking to bounce back from their recent upset loss to LeMoyne-Owen College. However, their shooting struggles from previous games resurfaced once again.
Morehouse shot just 7-of-30 (23%) from three-point range, echoing their 5-of-26 performance from beyond the arc against Lane in an earlier meeting. Offensive inconsistency continued to be a theme, as the Maroon Tigers finished the game shooting 39 percent from the field overall.
Defensively, Morehouse had difficulty containing Lane’s offensive rhythm. The Dragons shot nearly 60 percent from the field, capitalizing on defensive lapses throughout the game.
“Can’t win games like that… we’ve got to get back defensively,” Head Coach Larry Dixon said postgame, emphasizing the team’s need for stronger defensive execution.
Sincere Moore Makes History for the Maroon Tigers
One bright spot for Morehouse was the outstanding performance from Sincere Moore, who poured in 37 points. This was the highest single-game scoring total for the program in the past 15 years. It also marks the first 30-point performance by a Maroon Tiger since 2022.
Moore carried the offensive load, while JerMontae Hill added 18 points and Brandon Peters contributed 14. Morehouse relied heavily on Moore’s scoring output, as consistent offensive production was limited elsewhere.
On the other hand, Lane showcased balanced scoring and ball movement. Elijah Greer Dawson and Jarell Love eclipsed the 20-point mark, helping the Dragons maintain control during key stretches of the second half.
Late-Game Execution Seals the Outcome
Down the stretch, Morehouse struggled to generate defensive stops and timely baskets. Lane’s shots hit during crucial moments, while the Maroon Tigers were unable to convert on routine layups and put-back opportunities. Morehouse finished with 34 points in the paint but lacked the defense necessary to shift momentum late in the contest.
Morehouse will have an opportunity to respond next Saturday, Feb. 14, when they host rival Clark Atlanta University in the “Big Cat Hardwood Classic” at Forbes Arena on Founders Day. The Maroon Tigers aim to protect home court and sweep the season series in front of what is expected to be a high-energy crowd.
