The Millsaps Majors claimed their third win of the young season tonight as they defeated Rust College. The contest, the first in a span of five home games, was initially dominated by the Majors before Rust almost evened the score during the second half.

The Majors were unstoppable in the first half. Coming out shooting, Rodney Rogan scored a three-pointer in the first attempt of the game. Taking a total of 55 shots in the first half, Millsaps ruled over the Rust defense, while also executing their own strong defensive strategy. At the 6:06 mark of the first half, Millsaps had built their lead up to 35-17.

Millsaps continued to play well and went into halftime with a 41-30 lead. Rust, however, was not ready to give up. In the second half, they came out ready to play, shooting 70.8% from the field and 50% from the three-point line. Millsaps continued to execute well, shooting over 55% from the field, but costly turnovers allowed Rust to get back into the ballgame.

With less than two minutes left in the ballgame, Rust led Millsaps. With less than 30 seconds left in the game, Rust held a one-point advantage over Millsaps by a score of 74-73. After a Millsaps College timeout, the Majors took the floor, executing an offensive scheme which allowed the team to score, winning the game 75-74 in the final seconds.

In the contest, Rodney Rogan led the way for Millsaps with 18 points and five rebounds, followed by Lorenzo Bailey with 16 points and Tyler Warren with 15. Edrick Montgomery had 18 points and 8 rebounds.

The win brings the Majors record to 3-0. They will next face off in the Cabot Lodge Turkey Shootout beginning Nov. 25.