Johnson, Haase carry Mercer over VMI 97-91
MACON, Ga. -- — Jalen Johnson had a career-high 30 points and Felipe Haase added 28 to lift Mercer to a 97-91 win over VMI on Thursday night.
Johnson hit 11 of 14 shots, including 8 of 8 on 3-pointers. He added six rebounds.
James Glisson III added 21 points for Mercer (9-7, 2-1 Southern Conference).
The 97 points were a season best for Mercer, which also had a season-high 17 3-pointers.
VMI scored 57 second-half points, a season high for the team.
The Keydets’ Jake Stephens had a career-high 34 points. Sean Conway had 18 points for the Keydets (9-8, 2-3). Trey Bonham added 16 points and six assists.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Anthony Jordan
- Todd Austin
- Ryan Christian
2024-25 Southern Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Furman | 0-0 | - | 12-1 |
| Samford | 0-0 | - | 10-3 |
| Chattanooga | 0-0 | - | 8-5 |
| East Tennessee State | 0-0 | - | 7-6 |
| Mercer | 0-0 | - | 6-6 |
| UNC Greensboro | 0-0 | - | 6-6 |
| VMI | 0-0 | - | 6-7 |
| The Citadel | 0-0 | - | 5-6 |
| Wofford | 0-0 | - | 5-7 |
| Western Carolina | 0-0 | - | 4-7 |
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