Sheppard, Kunkel carry Belmont past Carson-Newman 105-56
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Ben Sheppard scored a career-high18 points as Belmont easily beat Division II Carson-Newman 105-56 on Wednesday night for its fourth-straight home-court victory.
Adam Kunkel added 17 points for the Bruins, while Nick Muszynski chipped in 15 and Tate Pierson added another 12. points for Belmont (7-3), which earned its fourth consecutive home victory.
The 105 points were a season best for Belmont, which also registered a season-high 32 assists. Meanwhile, the Eagles' 29.0 field goal percentage represented the worst mark by a Belmont opponent this season. Additionally, the Bruins forced a season-high 22 turnovers.
Zailan Peeler had 13 points for the Eagles. Jaylan McGill added six rebounds.
Belmont plays Kennesaw State at home next Wednesday.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Stephen Divine
- Chris McCurry
- Chase Shaw
2024-25 Missouri Valley Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Bradley | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Drake | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Murray State | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Northern Iowa | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| UIC | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Evansville | 0-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Illinois State | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
| Indiana State | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
| Missouri State | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
| Southern Illinois | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
| Valparaiso | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
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