ncaab Game Recap
Georgia vs Western Carolina Final: 85-79 - Recap
Georgia got 21 points from Kario Oquendo en route to a 85-79 victory over Western Carolina on Monday at Stegeman Coliseum.
Bettors who backed Georgia were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -11.5.
Georgia got 17 points from Braelen Bridges and another 13 points from Aaron Cook. Aaron Cook contributed 12 assists, while Noah Baumann cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
Western Carolina got a 20-point performance from Travion McCray, who was supported by 14 points from Nick Robinson. Travion McCray had 5 assists in a losing cause for Western Carolina, while Tyler Harris grabbed 8 rebounds.
Georgia was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Georgia had a 43-36 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Georgia takes its act home to face East Tennessee State looking for another win. For Western Carolina, they head on the road to face Charlotte.