Oxford, Ga. - The Emory Oxford men's basketball team was defeated 82-67 at home by Patrick and Henry Community College. 

Patrick and Henry dominated from the start and led 40-27 at the half. The Eagles scored 40 in the second, but it wasn't enough to overcome the visitors. 

First-year Ved Desai scored 21 points, including two three-pointers, for Emory Oxford. He also had 15 rebounds. First-years Leo Etah (14) and Tyler Pavlik (10) had double digit points for the Eagles. 

Emory Oxford next faces Andrew College at home on Monday, Feb. 10. Game time is 7 p.m.