SEARCY – Third-quarter runs have proven pivotal in Harding's games against Arkansas-Monticello this season. The Lady Bisons defeated the Blossoms 73-56 Thursday in Great American Conference play at the Rhodes-Reaves Field House after an 18-2 run in the third quarter broke open a close game.

In Harding's 70-53 victory over Arkansas-Monticello on Jan. 20 in Monticello, a similar 17-2 run helped the Lady Bisons pull away.

With the win, Harding improved to 15-14 overall and 11-10 in the GAC. The Lady Bisons are currently fourth and cannot finish lower than fifth, so Harding will play its GAC Tourn...