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UNC Asheville Bulldogs vs Central Florida Knights Wrap - UNC Asheville Wins 98-95

Drew Pember went off for 40 points and added 9 rebounds leading UNC Asheville to a 98-95 win over Central Florida on Monday at Addition Financial Arena.

Tajion Jones had 20 points for UNC Asheville and Nick McMullen chipped in with 11 points. Jamon Battle had 4 assists for them, while Drew Pember was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.

Central Florida got 23 points from Taylor Hendricks in a losing cause and another 20 points from C.J. Kelly. Brandon Suggs contributed 3 assists for them, while Ithiel Horton had 9 rebounds.

UNC Asheville was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Central Florida had a 37-33 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

UNC Asheville heads into a battle against Brevard. Central Florida, meanwhile, will have their next action against Florida State.