Pratt Community College emerged victorious in a close matchup against Independence Community College on December 9, 2023, with a final score of 78-74. The game was held at Independence, KS.

The first half of the game saw the Beavers take an early lead, scoring 40 points compared to Independence's 38 points. Caleb Smith was a standout player, contributing 22 points to his team's score. Davonte "Bubba" Russ also made an impact, scoring 8 points for Pratt.

The Pirates fought back in the second half, but Pratt managed to maintain their lead. Kayvontay Williams played a crucial role in securing the victory, scoring 12 points and providing 6 assists. Deon McLaughlin also made significant contributions with 8 points and 3 assists.

For Independence, Cory Curtis Jr. was the leading scorer with 28 points. Tyland Holdman added 17 points and made 8 free throws.