Bothwell scores 22 as Furman knocks off Chattanooga 77-69

Published Jan. 18, 2023 9:39 p.m. ET

Associated Press

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (AP) — Mike Bothwell's 22 points helped Furman defeat Chattanooga 77-69 on Wednesday night.

Bothwell shot 7 for 11 (2 for 4 from 3-point range) and 6 of 7 from the free throw line for the Paladins (14-6, 5-2 Southern Conference). Jalen Slawson scored 21 points and added seven rebounds. JP Pegues was 4-of-10 shooting, including 1 for 5 from distance, and went 2 for 3 from the line to finish with 11 points.

Jake Stephens led the Mocs (11-9, 3-4) in scoring, finishing with 18 points, eight rebounds and three blocks. Jamal Johnson added 10 points and two steals for Chattanooga. In addition, Brody Robinson finished with nine points.

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Furman plays Sunday against Wofford on the road, and Chattanooga hosts East Tennessee State on Saturday.

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