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Mercer Falls 74-63 to Furman - Recap
Jordan Lyons scored 24 points leading Furman to a 74-63 victory over Mercer at Hawkins Arena on Saturday.
Bettors who backed Furman were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -2.5 at sportsbooks.
Furman got 16 points from Clay Mounce and another 12 points from Matt Rafferty. Matt Rafferty contributed 4 assists, while Matt Rafferty cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Mercer got a 16-point performance from Ross Cummings, who was supported by 10 points from Djordje Dimitrijevic. Djordje Dimitrijevic had 5 assists in a losing cause for Mercer, while Fardaws Aimaq grabbed 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Furman were victorious, as the score was 34-28 at the break.
Mercer won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 33-29.
Furman looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Western Carolina. Mercer will aim to get back on the winning track vs. The Citadel.