Jones scores 20, Woolbright has triple-double as Western Carolina takes down Furman 85-77
CULLOWHEE, N.C. -- — Russell Jones had 20 points and Vonterius Woolbright had a triple-double in Western Carolina's 85-77 win against Furman on Wednesday night.
Jones was 5 of 11 shooting, including 4 for 8 from 3-point range, and went 6 for 8 from the line for the Catamounts (21-9, 10-7 Southern Conference). Woolbright scored 15 points and completed a triple-double with 10 rebounds and 11 assists. DJ Campbell shot 6 of 8 from the field to finish with 12 points.
The Paladins (16-14, 10-7) were led by JP Pegues, who posted 35 points and five assists. Ben Vanderwal added 10 points, six rebounds and two steals for Furman.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Chris King
- Jeremy Mosier
- Chris McCurry
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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