Russell scores 20, UL Monroe downs Rust 88-55

MONROE, La. (AP) — MJ Russell scored 20 points as UL Monroe beat Rust 88-55 on Monday.

Russell shot seven for 13 (3 for 6 from 3-point range) and 3 of 3 from the free-throw line for the Warhawks (1-2). Renars Sondors added 19 points and seven rebounds.

The Bearcats were led in scoring by Akeivess Shorts, who finished with 27 points. Jahsan Upshaw added 11 points for Rust.

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