MBB: Nelson, Watts lead Cougars to victory over Golden Bears

Box Score CALGARY, AB – The Mount Royal University Cougars men’s basketball team pulled off a clutch 90-84 win over the star-studded University of Alberta Golden Bears Friday night at Kenyon Court. The Golden Bears started out hot, leading 18-5 after five minutes. Alberta star forward Adam Paige dominated offensively and finished the first quarter with 15 points. The away team led by as many as 15 in the first half In the second quarter, the Cougars clawed back. 2022-23 Canada West All-Rookie Team member Ijah Nelson led the Cougars as they came back, registering 11 points in the first…