Mercer drops close one to Wofford, 74-73

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SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) — Corey Tripp scored 19 points, including two free throws with 7.8 seconds left, as Wofford beat Mercer 74-73 on Wednesday night.

Tripp also contributed seven rebounds for the Terriers (9-7, 2-1 Southern Conference). Jackson Sivills scored 13 points while shooting 4 for 8, including 4 for 7 from beyond the arc, and added six rebounds. Chase Cormier shot 4 for 8, including 4 for 7 from beyond the arc to finish with 12 points.

The Bears (8-8, 1-2) were led by David Thomas, who posted 19 points. Alex Holt added 14 points for Mercer. In addition, Caleb Hunter had 10 points.