ncaab Game Recap
Furman Downs Mercer 70-67 - Match Report
Mercer was burned for 27 points by Jalen Slawson on Wednesday as Furman picked up a 70-67 win at Timmons Arena.
Furman earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -13.0-point spread.
JP Pegues had 18 points for Furman and Mike Bothwell chipped in with 9 points. JP Pegues had 5 assists for them, while Jalen Slawson was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
Mercer got a 15-point performance from Shawn Walker Jr., who was supported by 12 points from Jah Quinones. Jah Quinones had 3 assists in a losing cause for Mercer, while Jah Quinones grabbed 6 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Furman were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Mercer had a 32-29 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Furman heads into a battle against Samford. Mercer, meanwhile, will have their next action against The Citadel.