Stephens scores 27 to lead VMI over Mercer 85-79
LEXINGTON, Va. -- — Jake Stephens had 27 points and 10 rebounds as VMI defeated Mercer 85-79 on Thursday night.
Stephens hit 4 of 6 3-pointers, and he also had five assists.
Trey Bonham had 19 points and six rebounds for VMI (15-10, 8-5 Southern Conference), which earned its fourth straight victory. Kamdyn Curfman added 13 points.
Shawn Walker Jr. had 18 points for the Bears (13-13, 6-7). James Glisson III added 17 points. Felipe Haase had 12 points and 10 rebounds.
The Keydets leveled the season series against the Bears. Mercer defeated VMI 97-91 on Jan. 13.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Jason Page
- Keith Fogleman
- Devyn Page
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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