Samford wins 12th straight game, beats Chattanooga 89-74 in a Southern Conference opener
Chattanooga Mocs vs. Samford Bulldogs: Full Highlights
Chattanooga Mocs vs. Samford Bulldogs: Full Highlights
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- — A.J. Staton-McCray scored 29 points as Samford beat Chattanooga 89-74 on Wednesday night in a Southern Conference opener.
Staton-McCray also had five rebounds for the Bulldogs (12-2, 1-0). Achor Achor scored 20 points while going 7 of 8 and 5 of 6 from the free-throw line. Chandler Leopard had 12 points and shot 4 for 5 from beyond the arc. The Bulldogs picked up their 12th straight victory.
The Mocs (8-6, 0-1) were led by Trey Bonham, who recorded 21 points and six rebounds. Honor Huff added 18 points for Chattanooga. In addition, Sam Alexis had 10 points and six rebounds.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Glenn Tuitt
- Billy Dunlap
- Chuck Jones
2023-24 Southern Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samford | 15-3 | - | 29-6 |
| UNC Greensboro | 12-6 | 3 | 21-11 |
| Chattanooga | 12-6 | 3 | 21-12 |
| Western Carolina | 11-7 | 4 | 22-10 |
| Wofford | 10-8 | 5 | 17-15 |
| Furman | 10-8 | 5 | 17-16 |
| East Tennessee State | 8-10 | 7 | 19-16 |
| Mercer | 8-10 | 7 | 16-17 |
| The Citadel | 3-15 | 12 | 11-21 |
| VMI | 1-17 | 14 | 4-28 |
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