Junior guard Malik Payton set the defensive tone for Benedictine Mesa in a 74-67 win over Providence (MT). Payton filled the stat sheet with four rebounds and four steals, leading the Redhawks in both categories. His defensive pressure and ability to disrupt opposing ball-handlers fueled Benedictine’s transition game, helping seal the victory. Payton also contributed 10 points and three assists, rounding out a complete performance on both ends of the floor.