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Appalachian State Downs North Carolina Central 79-74 - Match Report

Appalachian State got 20 points from Tyree Boykin en route to a 79-74 victory over North Carolina Central on Thursday at Holmes Convocation Center.

Appalachian State got 18 points from CJ Huntley and another 14 points from Terence Harcum. Donovan Gregory contributed 5 assists, while CJ Huntley cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.

North Carolina Central got 17 points from Justin Wright in a losing cause and another 16 points from Brendan Medley-Bacon. Eric Boone contributed 5 assists for them, while Eric Boone had 8 rebounds.

Appalachian State was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

North Carolina Central had a 40-33 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Appalachian State heads into a battle against Louisville. North Carolina Central, meanwhile, will have their next action against Liberty.