GEORGETOWN, Texas — The Southwestern men's basketball team struggled to its worst offensive performance of the season in a 77-55 loss to the Centenary Gentlemen. 

Southwestern shot just 6-for-24 in the first half, committing more turnovers before the break (seven) than made field goals. Centenary's Seth Thomas did most of the Gentlemen's damage with 11 points on 4-for-5 shooting and stellar defense, recording a block while altering several others to lead Centenary to a 43-21 lead. 

The Pirates' 55 points were their lowest offensive output of the season. Southwestern's shooting woes (17-for-55, 30.9 percent) were compounded by 14 turnovers, including 11 on Centenary steals to give the Gents a 13-7 advantage in points off turnovers. 

Centenary led from start to finish, with three starters finishing in double figures. Thomas finished with 18 points on 6-for-9 shooting with seven rebounds, three assists, two blocks, and a steal. Kile Mingo added 17 points, five rebounds, and three assists, and Joseph Wiggins contributed 13 points on seven shots with five rebounds. 

Chris Smith, Jr. led Southwestern with 13 points on 4-for-9 shooting, including 2-for-5 from the 3-point line. Kyle Poerschke added 10 points and eight rebounds, and Zac Black scored 10 points with seven rebounds. 

Southwestern drops to 8-16 with a 5-10 conference record. The Pirates will close out the regular season tomorrow against Austin College at 4:00 p.m. Southwestern will honor its seniors with a ceremony after the game.