Oklahoma Christian fell to 11th ranked Oklahoma Baptist 81-61 in conference action in Shawnee, Feb. 5.

The Eagles feel behind in the early going and were unable to make a run on the Bison, shooting only 35 percent from the field. OC is now 16-6 overall and 5-5 in conference play. The Eagles will host Oklahoma City University on Saturday, Feb.7.

Junior Jarred Merrill scored 22 points and had 11 rebounds to pace the Eagles. Senior Sam Word finished with 9 points as did sophomore Brady Page.