FROSTBURG, Md. — The Davis & Elkins College men's basketball team opened its Mountain East Conference campaign with an impressive 85-78 road victory over Frostburg State on Saturday at Bobcat Arena.

The Senators (4-3, 1-0 MEC) were led by Nicolas Silva, who recorded a double-double with 21 points and 11 rebounds while shooting an efficient 9-of-13 from the field. Ja'Kobe Strozier contributed 10 points and a key dunk late in the game, while Nnadozie Okoroji added 14 points and eight rebounds.

D&E built a 41-40 halftime lead, showcasing balanced scoring and a strong inside presence. The Senators dominated in the paint, outscoring the Bobcats 46-24. A second-half surge, including timely three-pointers and a commanding rebounding performance, sealed the win.

Frostburg State (1-6, 0-1 MEC) was paced by Jaden Baker's 33 points and 11 rebounds. Despite Baker's standout performance, the Bobcats struggled to overcome the Senators' defensive pressure and depth, with Davis & Elkins' bench outscoring Frostburg State's reserves 26-11.

The Senators shot 47.7% from the field (31-of-65) and capitalized on their free-throw opportunities, going 16-of-23 from the line. They also displayed their defensive intensity with six steals and three blocks, forcing Frostburg into eight turnovers.

Up Next

Conference play continues on the road on Tuesday, November 26 at 7:30 p.m. as the Senators head to Fairmont State.