ncaab Game Recap
Western Kentucky vs Eastern Kentucky Final: 79-69 - Recap
Western Kentucky got 19 points from Brandon Newman as they ran past Eastern Kentucky 79-69 on Sunday at E.A. Diddle Arena.
Western Kentucky got 18 points from Don McHenry and another 14 points from Khristian Lander. Brandon Newman contributed 5 assists, while Brandon Newman cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Eastern Kentucky got 25 points from Leland Walker in a losing cause and another 22 points from Devontae Blanton. Leland Walker contributed 3 assists for them, while Isaiah Cozart had 8 rebounds.
Western Kentucky was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Eastern Kentucky won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 38-33.
Western Kentucky heads into a battle against Buffalo. Eastern Kentucky, meanwhile, will have their next action against UNC Greensboro.