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Mercer Bears vs Coastal Carolina Chanticleers Wrap - Mercer Wins 74-69
James Glisson III scored 16 points leading Mercer to a 74-69 victory over Coastal Carolina at HTC Center on Monday.
Bettors who backed Mercer were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +2.0 at sportsbooks.
Jalen Johnson had 16 points for Mercer and Felipe Haase chipped in with 13 points. James Glisson III had 4 assists for them, while Jalen Johnson was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
Coastal Carolina got a 17-point performance from Vince Cole, who was supported by 15 points from Wilfried Likayi. Ebrima Dibba had 10 assists in a losing cause for Coastal Carolina, while Essam Mostafa grabbed 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Mercer were victorious, as the score was 35-31 at the break.
Mercer had a 30-27 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Mercer looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Georgia Southern. Coastal Carolina will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Wofford.