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Liberty vs Eastern Kentucky Final: 83-73 - Recap

Liberty got a 28-point performance from Darius McGhee as they ran past Eastern Kentucky 83-73 on Saturday at Liberty Arena.

Kyle Rode had 17 points for Liberty and Brody Peebles chipped in with 12 points. Blake Preston had 4 assists for them, while Blake Preston was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.

Eastern Kentucky got a 26-point performance from Devontae Blanton, who was supported by 12 points from Tayshawn Comer. Devontae Blanton had 7 assists in a losing cause for Eastern Kentucky, while Michael Moreno grabbed 7 rebounds.

Liberty was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Liberty had a 34-25 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Liberty looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Kennesaw State. Eastern Kentucky will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Central Arkansas.