ncaab Game Recap
Mercer Downs The Citadel 71-64 - Match Report
Mercer grabbed a 71-64 win over The Citadel on Monday, behind a 16-point effort from James Glisson III at McAlister Field House.
Mercer won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -2.5-point spread as favorites.
Felipe Haase had 14 points for Mercer and Jordan Jones chipped in with 10 points. Felipe Haase had 6 assists for them, while Felipe Haase was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.
The Citadel got a 18-point performance from Stephen Clark, who was supported by 16 points from Hayden Brown. Rudy Fitzgibbons, III had 3 assists in a losing cause for The Citadel, while Stephen Clark grabbed 9 rebounds.
Mercer was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Mercer won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 36-33.
Mercer heads into a battle against East Tennessee State. The Citadel, meanwhile, will have their next action against Wofford.