ncaab Game Recap
Elon Phoenix vs UNC Wilmington Seahawks Wrap - UNC Wilmington Wins 73-66
UNC Wilmington got 20 points from Jaylen Sims en route to a 73-66 victory over Elon on Wednesday at Raiford G. Trask Coliseum.
UNC Wilmington won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -1.5-point spread as favorites.
UNC Wilmington got 13 points from Mike Okauru and another 11 points from Shykeim Phillips. Mike Okauru contributed 7 assists, while James Baker Jr. cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Elon got a 23-point performance from Darius Burford, who was supported by 14 points from Hunter Woods. Darius Burford had 4 assists in a losing cause for Elon, while Hunter Woods grabbed 7 rebounds.
UNC Wilmington trailed at halftime, 35-30.
UNC Wilmington had a 33-28 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, UNC Wilmington takes its act on the road to face College of Charleston looking for another win. For Elon, they head home to face Towson.