Woolbright leads Western Carolina past Middle Tennessee 66-64

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (AP) — Vonterius Woolbright scored 21 points and sank two free throws with 3 seconds remaining to lead Western Carolina over Middle Tennessee 66-64 on Monday night.

Woolbright added 12 rebounds and five assists for the Catamounts (3-0). DJ Campbell scored 14 points and added eight rebounds. Corneilous Williams shot 4 of 5 from the field to finish with 10 points, while adding eight rebounds.

The Blue Raiders (2-1) were led by Elias King, who posted 14 points. Jestin Porter added 13 points and nine rebounds for Middle Tennessee. Jacob Johnson also had nine points and six rebounds.

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Both teams play on Saturday. Western Carolina hosts McNeese and Middle Tennessee hosts Milligan.

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