Phillips scores 14, UNC Wilmington beats N.C. A&T 87-63

WILMINGTON, N.C. (AP) — Shykeim Phillips' 14 points helped UNC Wilmington defeat N.C. A&T 87-63 on Thursday night.

Phillips added five rebounds and five assists for the Seahawks (18-6, 8-3 Colonial Athletic Association). Maleeck Harden-Hayes scored 13 points and added five rebounds. Amari Kelly shot 4 of 7 from the field and 3 for 5 from the line to finish with 11 points, while adding seven rebounds and three blocks.

Marcus Watson led the way for the Aggies (11-14, 6-6) with 17 points. N.C. A&T also got 11 points and six rebounds from Demetric Horton. In addition, Austin Johnson finished with eight points.

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UNC Wilmington plays William & Mary on the road on Saturday, and N.C. A&T hosts Elon on Wednesday.

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