ARDEN HILLS, Minn.—Bethel University's men's basketball team extended its win streak Friday night, as the Royals (8-1, 4-0 MIAC) closed out 2016 with a dominant 97-57 victory over UW-Superior. The win over the Yellowjackets (2-11, 1-4 UMAC) marked the eighth straight win for BU.
 
Derek Magnuson recorded his second double-double in as many games, as the 6-7 sophomore finished Friday's nonconference contest with 16 points, 11 rebounds, and two blocks in 18 minutes played. Right behind him was Trevor Hall, who contributed 13 points, eight boards, four assists, and three steals.
 
Hall was one of four players to swipe three steals, which led to 17 team steals. Bridgeport Tusler, who scored 14 points, and Brycen Wojta, who added 12 points, also posted three takeaways.
 
In total, 13 players recorded at least two points throughout the night, which helped the team collectively shoot 57.6 percent from the floor. BU forced UW-Superior into 27 turnovers, which resulted in a 32-10 point differential in points-off-turnovers. Numerous layups also gave Bethel a 64-22 advantage in points in the paint and a 18-0 margin in fast-break points.
 
At 8-1 overall, the Royals jump into the deep end of the pool throughout the remainder of the season as their final 16 games are all against conference opponents. Bethel begins its second half at Carleton on Monday, followed by home contests against St. Thomas and Augsburg Wednesday and Saturday, respectively.