TROY, Ala. -- — Christyon Eugene's 24 points helped Troy defeat Eastern Kentucky 88-81 on Thursday night.

Eugene had five assists for the Trojans (6-6). Myles Rigsby scored 18 points and added six rebounds. Tayton Conerway had 15 points and shot 4 for 12 (2 for 5 from 3-point range) and 5 of 9 from the free throw line.

The Colonels (4-7) were led in scoring by Leland Walker, who finished with 20 points. Eastern Kentucky also got 13 points from Collin Cooper. In addition, Michael Moreno had 12 points and seven rebounds.

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