With five players in double-figures Oklahoma Christian posted its first conference win with a 77-61 decision over John Brown University (Ark.) here Jan. 8.

All-American Jarred Merrill led the way with 19 points and 10 rebounds for his 10th double-double of the season. Sophomore Chalres Baldwin was three-for-three from three-point range and finished with 17 points, followed by junior Brady Page with 13, sophomore Keith Harris with 12 and sophomore Micah Miles with 11.

The Eagles are 13-1 overall and 1-1 in the Sooner Athletic Conference.