Lamar Runnin’ Lopes vs. #2 South Plains CC (11/15/25)
The Lamar Runnin’ Lopes went toe-to-toe with one of the nation’s top teams on November 15th, but despite a powerful offensive showing and several late surges, they came up just short in an 88–85 thriller against South Plains CC.
Lamar’s competitive fire was evident from the start, led by Christian Payawal, who turned in a strong all-around performance with 20 points, 5 assists, and 3 rebounds. Payawal’s steady playmaking and timely scoring helped the Lopes keep pace with the elite South Plains attack.
RJ Foreman provided a major spark from deep, hitting 4 of 9 from three-point range and finishing with 22 points. His shooting kept the Lopes within striking distance throughout the second half and ignited multiple momentum swings.
In the paint, Gavin Dabney battled with toughness, contributing 11 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 assists, while Jaylon Brown stuffed the stat sheet with 9 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists, making an impact in every phase of the game.
Ahmed Cisse added 11 points and 3 rebounds, giving Lamar another dependable scoring option and helping the Lopes match South Plains’ physicality.
Despite the loss, the Lopes’ performance against the nation’s No. 2 team highlighted their depth, composure, and ability to compete at a high level. Pushing a top-ranked opponent to a three-point margin is a statement and a strong sign of what this Lamar squad is capable of as the season continues.
Final: #2 South Plains CC 88, Lamar 85