ncaab Game Recap
East Tennessee State Buccaneers vs Mercer Bears Wrap - East Tennessee State Wins 73-60
East Tennessee State grabbed a 73-60 win over Mercer on Saturday, behind a 16-point effort from Daivien Williamson at Hawkins Arena.
Bettors who backed East Tennessee State were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -8.0 at sportsbooks.
East Tennessee State got 15 points from Tray Boyd III and another 13 points from Lucas N'Guessan. Tray Boyd III contributed 4 assists, while Lucas N'Guessan cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.
Mercer got a 22-point performance from Djordje Dimitrijevic, who was supported by 19 points from Ethan Stair. Djordje Dimitrijevic had 3 assists in a losing cause for Mercer, while Ethan Stair grabbed 8 rebounds.
East Tennessee State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Mercer as they grabbed 35 boards, while East Tennessee State only had 30
East Tennessee State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the The Citadel. Mercer will aim to get back on the winning track at Wofford.