Nicholas' 17 lead Gardner-Webb past South Carolina Upstate 73-65

SPARTANBURG, S.C. -- — DQ Nicholas' 17 points helped Gardner-Webb defeat South Carolina Upstate 73-65 on Saturday night.

Nicholas also contributed five rebounds for the Runnin' Bulldogs (13-14, 8-4 Big South Conference). Julien Soumaoro scored 10 points and added six rebounds. Quest Aldridge had 10 points and shot 5 for 12.

Trae Broadnax led the way for the Spartans (9-17, 4-9) with 18 points and two steals. Justin Bailey added 11 points for South Carolina Upstate. Ahmir Langlais also recorded 10 points, 12 rebounds and two blocks.

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