Pima men dominate in second-round NJCAA Division II tournament win

The Aztecs shot 54.7% from the field and forced 15 turnovers in a 108-79 victory over Davidson-Davie

Mar. 17, 2026 at 11:59pm

The No. 4-seeded Pima Community College men's basketball team shot 54.7% from the field, led by Mason Hunt's 30 points and Brock Mendoza's 23 points, in a 108-79 win over No. 13 Davidson-Davie (N.C.) in the second round of the NJCAA Division II tournament. Pima (33-0) advances to the quarterfinals on Thursday.

Why it matters

Pima's dominant performance against Davidson-Davie showcases their strength as a top contender in the NJCAA Division II tournament. The Aztecs' ability to force turnovers and capitalize on them highlights their well-rounded game as they continue their undefeated season.

The details

Pima built a 60-39 halftime lead and coasted to the victory, shooting 54.7% from the field. Mason Hunt led the way with 30 points on 11-of-16 shooting, while Brock Mendoza added 23 points on 9-of-11 shooting. Former Pueblo standout Isaiah Hill finished with 18 points, 8 assists, and 3 steals. Rowan McKenzie also contributed 15 points. Davidson-Davie shot well at 55.9% from the field, but Pima forced 15 turnovers that led to 25 points.

  • Pima (33-0) advances to the quarterfinals on Thursday at 3 p.m., Tucson time.
  • The second-round game was played on Monday in Danville, Illinois.

The players

Mason Hunt

Pima player who scored 30 points on 11-of-16 shooting.

Brock Mendoza

Pima player who scored 23 points on 9-of-11 shooting.

Isaiah Hill

Former Pueblo standout who finished with 18 points, 8 assists, and 3 steals for Pima.

Rowan McKenzie

Pima player who made 6 of 9 shots from the field and finished with 15 points.

Davidson-Davie

The No. 13 seed that Pima defeated in the second round.

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What’s next

Pima (33-0) will play No. 5 Iowa Central (21-12) in the quarterfinals on Thursday at 3 p.m., Tucson time.

The takeaway

Pima's dominant performance against Davidson-Davie showcases their strength as a top contender in the NJCAA Division II tournament. Their ability to force turnovers and capitalize on them, along with their balanced scoring attack, makes them a formidable opponent as they continue their undefeated season.