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USC Upstate vs Western Carolina Final: 79-64 - Recap
USC Upstate grabbed a 79-64 win over Western Carolina on Saturday, behind a 21-point effort from Jordan Gainey at Ramsey Center.
Nick Alves had 12 points for USC Upstate and Khydarius Smith chipped in with 12 points. Jordan Gainey had 6 assists for them, while Khydarius Smith was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Western Carolina got a 17-point performance from Tyzhaun Claude, who was supported by 15 points from Tre Jackson. Vonterius Woolbright had 4 assists in a losing cause for Western Carolina, while Tyzhaun Claude grabbed 12 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed USC Upstate were victorious, as the score was 43-36 at the break.
Western Carolina had a 33-29 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
USC Upstate looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the South Carolina State. Western Carolina will aim to get back on the winning track at Davidson.