The Basics
Score: Montana Western 95 – No. 22 University of Providence 101
Record: UMW (9-19, 3-14), UP (18-10, 9-8)
Location: McLaughlin Center - Great Falls, Mont.

The Bulldogs second half comeback fell short in a 101-95 loss to the 22nd ranked University of Providence Argos Friday night. After battling for most of the first half the Argos went on a run to close opening period holding a 17 point lead. The Bulldog offense awoke and scored 60 points in the second half as Montana Western looked to comeback and steal a game on the road. The Bulldogs cut the lead to four points late but couldn't get any closer as the Argos held on for the win. 

• Cedric Boone hit eight 3-point shots to lead the Bulldogs with 29 points. He added three assists, and two rebounds. 
• Kooper Kidgell scored 21 points, four assists, and three rebounds. 
• Troy Scott recorded a 15 point, 11 rebound double-double. 
• Jalen Shepherd scored a game-high 31 points, 11 rebounds, six assists, two blocks, and two steals for the Argos.
• Jack Taylor scored 20 points for the Argos. 

Inside the Box Score

• The Bulldogs scored 60 points in the second half. 
• With the game tied at 27 with 8 minutes remaining in first half, the Argos closed the half on a 25-8 run.
• Five Argos scored in double figures. 
• The Bulldogs made 16 3-pointers.

The Bulldogs will close out the regular season Saturday night in Havre, Mont. against MSU-Northern. Opening tip is set for 8 p.m.