ncaab Game Recap
Mercer Bears vs Winthrop Eagles Recap - Winthrop Wins 102-97
Winthrop scored early and very often on Saturday, sprinting to a lead and going past the 130-point plateau with a 102-97 win over Mercer.
Winthrop got 22 points from Nick Johnson and another 20 points from Kasen Harrison. Isaiah Wilson contributed 5 assists, while Kelton Talford cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
Mercer got a 27-point performance from Ahmad Robinson, who was supported by 19 points from Tyler Johnson. Ahmad Robinson had 7 assists in a losing cause for Mercer, while Marcus Overstreet grabbed 9 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Winthrop were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
The rebound battle favored Winthrop as they grabbed 41 boards, while Mercer only had 34
Winthrop looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Indiana. Mercer will aim to get back on the winning track at Georgia State.