ncaab Game Recap
Western Carolina Downs VMI 74-72 - Match Report
Western Carolina got 23 points from Xavier Cork en route to a 74-72 victory over VMI on Wednesday at Ramsey Center.
Bettors who backed Western Carolina were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -1.5 at sportsbooks.
Western Carolina got 19 points from Mason Faulkner and another 13 points from Cory Hightower. Mason Faulkner contributed 5 assists, while Cory Hightower cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
VMI got a 17-point performance from Jake Stephens, who was supported by 17 points from Kamdyn Curfman. Greg Parham had 5 assists in a losing cause for VMI, while Sean Conway grabbed 10 rebounds.
Western Carolina won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 35-34.
Western Carolina looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Furman. VMI will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Samford.