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Gardner-Webb Defeats UNC Asheville 70-56 - Recap
Gardner-Webb earned a 70-56 victory over UNC Asheville on Thursday, getting 17 points from Jose Perez at Kimmel Arena.
Jaheam Cornwall had 14 points for Gardner-Webb and Eric Jamison Jr. chipped in with 14 points. Jose Perez had 6 assists for them, while Jose Perez was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
UNC Asheville got 18 points from LJ Thorpe in a losing cause and another 15 points from DeVon Baker. Lavar Batts Jr. contributed 4 assists for them, while LJ Thorpe had 6 rebounds.
Gardner-Webb was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Gardner-Webb as they grabbed 29 boards, while UNC Asheville only had 22
Gardner-Webb looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Longwood. UNC Asheville will aim to get back on the winning track at Winthrop.