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Winthrop vs UNC Asheville Final: 62-60 - Recap
Kelton Talford scored 14 points leading Winthrop to a 62-60 victory over UNC Asheville at Winthrop Coliseum on Saturday.
Kasen Harrison had 12 points for Winthrop and Toneari Lane chipped in with 12 points. Cory Hightower had 4 assists for them, while Kelton Talford was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
UNC Asheville got 19 points from Drew Pember in a losing cause and another 17 points from Tajion Jones. Caleb Burgess contributed 4 assists for them, while Drew Pember had 10 rebounds.
Winthrop trailed at halftime, 34-26.
Winthrop had a 35-27 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Winthrop looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Presbyterian. UNC Asheville will aim to get back on the winning track at High Point.