St. Louis – The Maryville men's basketball team closed out non-conference play with an 82-67 triumph over Eureka Saturday afternoon. Ben Palacios scored a game-high 20 points, Kelvin Swims recorded a double-double with 17 points and 11 rebounds, while Colin Schuler chipped in 11 points.
 
Eureka recap
With the score tied at 63-63, the Saints broke away with a 10-0 run to take command. Palacios started the run with a layup, and Schuler knocked down a 3-pointer. Jaeden Smith splashed in a wing triple, while Swims scored inside for a 73-65 edge. Eureka scored but Maryville tacked on seven consecutive points. Swims drove to the hoop for a layup, Harrison Vickers nailed a 3-pointer, and two free throws by Palacios put the margin at 80-65 to seal the victory.
 
Palacios sank all six of his free throw attempts, while Swims directed the offense with six assists. The Saints committed just nine turnovers in the contest.
 
Statistical Leaders
Points: Ben Palacios - 20
Rebounds: Kelvin Swims - 11
Assists: Kelvin Swims - 6
3-Pointers: Ben Palacios - 2
Steals: Trey Redd - 2
Blocked Shots: Kelvin Swims - 2
 
Records
Maryville: 10-3
Eureka: 2-9
 
What's Next?
It is back to Great Lakes Valley Conference action for Maryville as the Saints play at Missouri S&T Thursday, Jan. 5, 2023.