ncaab Game Recap
East Tennessee State Buccaneers vs UNC Asheville Bulldogs Wrap - UNC Asheville Wins 79-64
East Tennessee State was scorched by Drew Pember for 27 points as UNC Asheville defeated them 79-64 in NCAA action on Saturday.
Tajion Jones had 17 points for UNC Asheville and Trent Stephney chipped in with 13 points. Trent Stephney had 4 assists for them, while Drew Pember was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
East Tennessee State got a 23-point performance from Ty Brewer, who was supported by 13 points from Jordan King. Ledarrius Brewer had 5 assists in a losing cause for East Tennessee State, while Ledarrius Brewer grabbed 10 rebounds.
UNC Asheville was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
East Tennessee State had a 26-22 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
UNC Asheville heads into a battle against Milligan. East Tennessee State, meanwhile, will have their next action against Georgia.