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North Texas Defeats East Carolina 60-59 - Recap

Jason Edwards scored 20 points leading North Texas to a 60-59 victory over East Carolina at Williams Arena at Minges Coliseum on Wednesday.

Bettors who backed North Texas were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -3.0.

North Texas got 12 points from Aaron Scott and another 11 points from CJ Noland. Jason Edwards contributed 3 assists, while Robert Allen cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.

East Carolina got a 16-point performance from RJ Felton, who was supported by 12 points from Cam Hayes. Bobby Pettiford Jr. had 6 assists in a losing cause for East Carolina, while Brandon Johnson grabbed 8 rebounds.

North Texas led at halftime, 30-27.

North Texas won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 35-25.

North Texas looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Charlotte. East Carolina will aim to get back on the winning track at UAB.