Kansas City defeats McPherson 91-78

Kansas City Outlasts McPherson in Thrilling Non-Conference Matchup

The Swinney Center played host to a high-energy matchup on Sunday night as Kansas City took down visiting McPherson 91-78, erasing a one-point halftime deficit and showcasing the home team's resilience.

In what was expected to be a close game, Kansas City ultimately pulled away in the second half, outscoring McPherson by 13 points. The largest lead of the night came at 13 points, with both teams trading baskets throughout the final minutes.

Karmello Branch led the way for Kansas City, scoring 21 points on 3-6 three-point shooting and 41.7% field goal percentage. Jerome Palm chipped in with 12 rebounds, 11 points, and 3 assists, while CJ Evans added 16 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 steals.

For McPherson, Korbin Gunn scored 17 points on 2-4 three-point shooting and 41.7% field goal percentage. JD Talley led the way in rebounding with 5 boards and 9 points. Korbin Gunn also contributed 5 assists and 4 rebounds.

The game was marked by strong performances from both teams, but Kansas City's ability to close out the second half proved to be the difference-maker. The home team shot 46.0% from three-point range and 84.0% from the free throw line, with Branch hitting key shots down the stretch.

McPherson struggled from beyond the arc, going just 27.0% from three-point range, but still managed to keep the game close through the first half. However, Kansas City's bench provided a spark in the second half, outscoring McPherson's bench by 9 points and helping to seal the victory.

The win brings Kansas City's record up to [insert current record], while McPherson falls to [insert current record]. The loss marks a tough setback for the visiting team, but provides an opportunity for them to regroup and look forward to their next matchup.