Houge scores 20 off the bench, Jacksonville State takes down UTEP 73-66

EL PASO, Texas (AP) — Michael Houge's 20 points off of the bench helped Jacksonville State to a 73-66 victory against UTEP on Thursday night.

Houge also contributed seven rebounds for the Gamecocks (12-7, 4-2 Conference USA). Jaron Pierre Jr. scored 14 points and added five rebounds and six assists. Quel'Ron House had 14 points and shot 4 of 7 from the field and 5 for 7 from the line.

Otis Frazier III finished with 17 points, six rebounds and three steals for the Miners (14-5, 4-2). UTEP also got 16 points from Ahamad Bynum. Corey Camper Jr. finished with seven points and two steals.

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These two teams both play Saturday. Jacksonville State visits New Mexico State and UTEP hosts Kennesaw State.

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