PSNK (5-12, 4-7) came into the game against Penn State Dubois (4-14, 3-8) needing a big win, and they got one. The win did not come easily though, as they trailed 34-30 at halftime. In the second half, Coach Art McCray's squad chipped away at the lead. In the final minute of the game, Shaquille Hager made a crucial tip in and Gian Karlo-Molina followed up with a free throw to provide the winning points. For Penn State New Kensington, leading scorer Matt Sutton provided 15 points and 7 rebounds off the bench and Jordan Williams also contributed 12 points and 4 steals. For Penn State Dubois, Austin Hawkins scored 11 points and Kyle Mills and Arlen Brewer each chipped in with 10 points.
The next Penn State New Kensington men's basketball home game is Fan Appreciation Night, February 5th at 7:00 pm vs. Penn State Greater Allegheny.
