1 | 2 | T | |
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LIB | 33 | 35 | 68 |
WKU | 34 | 36 | 70 |
McHenry's 18 lead Western Kentucky over Liberty 70-68 in CUSA opener
Dontaie Allen's acrobatic finish extends the Hilltopper's lead
Dontaie Allen drives to the rack and elevates for an acrobatic and-1 finish vs. the Flames.
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. -- — Don McHenry's 18 points helped Western Kentucky defeat Liberty 70-68 to open Conference USA play on Saturday night.
McHenry was 8 of 13 shooting (1 for 3 from 3-point range) for the Hilltoppers (12-3). Dontaie Allen was 4 of 6 shooting, including 2 for 3 from 3-point range, and went 3 for 5 from the line to add 13 points. Rodney Howard and Brandon Newman both added 11 points. The Hilltoppers extended their winning streak to eight games.
The Flames (11-5) were led by Zach Cleveland, who posted 23 points, seven rebounds and two steals. Liberty also got 15 points, eight rebounds, four assists and four steals from Kyle Rode.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- John St. Clair
- James Hicks
- Blake Harris
2023-24 Conference USA Standings
Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
---|---|---|---|
Sam Houston | 13-3 | - | 21-12 |
Louisiana Tech | 12-4 | 1 | 22-10 |
Western Kentucky | 8-8 | 5 | 22-12 |
Liberty | 7-9 | 6 | 18-14 |
UTEP | 7-9 | 6 | 18-16 |
Middle Tennessee | 7-9 | 6 | 14-19 |
New Mexico State | 7-9 | 6 | 13-19 |
Jacksonville State | 6-10 | 7 | 14-18 |
Florida International | 5-11 | 8 | 11-22 |