Garrison, Slawson carry Furman over VMI 79-64
GREENVILLE, S.C. -- — Conley Garrison scored 22 points as Furman stretched its home winning streak to eight games, topping VMI 79-64 on Wednesday night. Jalen Slawson added 21 points for the Paladins. Slawson also had nine rebounds and three blocks.
Mike Bothwell had 14 points and eight rebounds for Furman (15-7, 7-2 Southern Conference). Alex Hunter added 10 points.
Jake Stephens had 20 points for the Keydets (11-10, 4-5). Kamdyn Curfman added 16 points. Trey Bonham had 11 points, six rebounds and six assists.
The Paladins evened the season series against the Keydets. VMI defeated Furman 76-67 on Jan. 1.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Bret Smith
- Jason Baker
- Gary Maxwell
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 |