McCreary scores 28 as Mercer defeats Furman 78-69
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Furman Paladins vs. Mercer Bears: Game Highlights
Furman Paladins vs. Mercer Bears: Game Highlights
MACON, Ga. -- — Jalyn McCreary's 28 points helped Mercer defeat Furman 78-69 on Wednesday night.
McCreary added eight rebounds for the Bears (11-13, 4-7 Southern Conference). Caleb Hunter scored 14 points, going 5 of 8 and 4 of 5 from the free throw line. David Thomas had nine points and went 4 of 10 from the field.
Marcus Foster led the way for the Paladins (12-12, 6-5) with 19 points, nine rebounds and three steals. Alex Williams added 15 points for Furman. Tyrese Hughey also had 10 points and two blocks.
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Game Information
Hawkins Arena
12:00 AM, 8 February 2024
Macon, GA
Attendance: 1,989
- Referees:
- Art Vaulk
- Michael Husted
- Erroll Lewis
2024-25 Southern Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samford | 5-1 | - | 15-4 |
| UNC Greensboro | 5-1 | - | 12-7 |
| Chattanooga | 4-2 | 1 | 12-7 |
| East Tennessee State | 4-2 | 1 | 11-8 |
| Wofford | 4-2 | 1 | 10-9 |
| Furman | 3-3 | 2 | 15-4 |
| Mercer | 2-4 | 3 | 9-10 |
| VMI | 2-4 | 3 | 8-11 |
| Western Carolina | 1-5 | 4 | 5-12 |
| The Citadel | 0-6 | 5 | 5-12 |
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