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Recap - Furman Defeats Mercer 96-72
Mercer was run off the court by Furman on Wednesday as they blasted them 96-72 at Bon Secours Wellness Arena.
Bettors who backed Furman were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -5.5 at sportsbooks.
Furman got 26 points from Tom House and another 18 points from Nick Anderson. PJay Smith Jr. contributed 8 assists, while Tom House cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
Mercer got a 17-point performance from Ahmad Robinson, who was supported by 15 points from Alex Holt. Ahmad Robinson had 4 assists in a losing cause for Mercer, while Brady Shoulders grabbed 7 rebounds.
Furman led at halftime, $HalfScore.
Furman won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 36-29.
Next game, Furman takes its act home to face UNC Greensboro looking for another win. For Mercer, they head home to face VMI.