The Cyclones struggled to focus and maintain their intensity in their 98-82 loss to the visiting Elgin Community College Spartans.

When these two teams battled last month, the Cyclones earned the win. This time, they underestimated the Spartans and additionally had an odd preceding week of canceled games and practices due to weather to hinder their chances. Jalen Hughes led the attempt (13 points, four assists) followed by Elijah Ward (14 points, eight rebounds) and Cortez King (10 points, six rebounds).