ncaab Game Recap
Western Carolina Catamounts vs The Citadel Bulldogs Wrap - Western Carolina Wins 81-79
Western Carolina got 19 points from Desmond Johnson as they ran past The Citadel 81-79 on Saturday at McAlister Field House.
The match was decisive in favor of Western Carolina, but bettors saw the game push as the margin of victory was the same as the closing point spread.
Western Carolina got 12 points from Mike Amius and another 11 points from Ashley Williams. Devin Peterson contributed 2 assists, while Marc Gosselin cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
The Citadel got a 16-point performance from Tariq Simmons, who was supported by 15 points from Matt Frierson. Tariq Simmons had 4 assists in a losing cause for The Citadel, while Alex Reed grabbed 8 rebounds.
Western Carolina was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Western Carolina won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 53-44.
Western Carolina heads into a battle against Chattanooga. The Citadel, meanwhile, will have their next action against Furman.