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Mercer Bears vs Furman Paladins Wrap - Furman Wins 83-80

Clay Mounce scored 27 points for Furman on Saturday, leading them to a 83-80 victory over Mercer at Timmons Arena.

Furman earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -10.5-point spread.

Furman got 23 points from Noah Gurley and another 15 points from Mike Bothwell. Mike Bothwell contributed 5 assists, while Clay Mounce cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.

Mercer got 22 points from Ross Cummings in a losing cause and another 14 points from Maciej Bender. Felipe Haase contributed 6 assists for them, while Maciej Bender had 8 rebounds.

Furman led at halftime, $HalfScore.

The rebound battle favored Mercer as they grabbed 35 boards, while Furman only had 21

Furman looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the VMI. Mercer will aim to get back on the winning track vs. The Citadel.