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Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Eastern Kentucky Colonels Wrap - Western Kentucky Wins 87-79

Western Kentucky grabbed a 87-79 win over Eastern Kentucky on Monday, behind a 22-point effort from Teagan Moore at Baptist Health Arena.

Western Kentucky got 15 points from Grant Newell and another 14 points from Armelo Boone. Armelo Boone contributed 5 assists, while Bryant Selebangue cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.

Eastern Kentucky got a 20-point performance from Austin Ball, who was supported by 16 points from Montavious Myrick. Montavious Myrick had 5 assists in a losing cause for Eastern Kentucky, while Jalen Cooper grabbed 14 rebounds.

The rebound battle favored Eastern Kentucky as they grabbed 35 boards, while Western Kentucky only had 32

Next game, Western Kentucky takes its act home to face Tennessee State looking for another win. For Eastern Kentucky, they head on the road to face Vanderbilt.