The Merritt Oilers topped the visiting Hammon Warriors basketball team by a final score of 51-37 in Friday's league game.

In their next game, the Oilers face the Hobart Bearcats (Hobart, OK) in a non-league game, on Tuesday, February 6. Merritt will attempt to move on its 18-2 season record.

With the defeat, Hammon moves to 17-5 on the year. The Warriors host Canute (Canute, OK) to face the Trojans in a Five County game on Tuesday, January 30. The Trojans enter the game with a record of 17-3. Canute won 59-12 in their recent non-league game against Cordell (Cordell, OK)