By Stretch Jenkinson
GAME NOTES
https://wkusports.com/documents/2023/12/11/MBB_Game_Notes_vs._Wright_State.pdf
DAYTON – Hilltopper Basketball continues its road campaign with a matchup against Wright State on Tuesday, Dec. 12 at 6 p.m. CT. The Hilltoppers currently stand at 7-3 coming off a strong win over Buffalo on Sunday that saw 14 Hilltoppers chart in the scoring column.
Game Info
WKU (7-3) vs. Wright State (4-5)
Tuesday, Dec. 12 | 6 p.m. CT
Wright State University Nutter Center | Dayton, Ohio
Game Notes: WKU
Game Links: ESPN+ | 100.7-FM (WKLX)/Varsity Network | Live Stats | Tickets
The 2023-24 Campaign
WKU improved to 7-3 after defeating Buffalo on the road on Sunday. The Hilltopper bench combined for 33 points in the 82-65 win over the Bulls.
The Tops entered the game and jumped out to a 20-6 lead at the 12:34 mark in the first period. WKU led by as many as 25 points, up 41-16 with three minutes to play before the half.
Don McHenry led the team in scoring with 16 points off 5-of-7 shooting from the field. The junior from Milwaukee added two rebounds, two assists and a steal to round out the performance in Buffalo.
Brandon Newman finished the game leading in rebounds with eight, while charting 11 points, three assists, a pair of steals and a block. The Purdue transfer is currently tied for first on the team in rebounds with 63 on the season, and is averaging a team-high in minutes per game (25.1).
Series History vs. Wright State
Tuesday will mark Hilltopper Basketball’s third all-time meeting with Wright State. WKU’s previous two outings facing the Raiders came on Dec. 3, 2019 in a 74-76 loss, and Dec. 2, 2017 as the Tops defeated the foe, 78-60.
12/03/19 Dayton, Ohio L, 74-76
12/02/17 Bowling Green, Ky. W, 78-60
Tuesday’s game against Wright State will stream live on ESPN+ with live stats available to fans. Hilltopper fans can tune in live and listen on 100.7-FM (WKLX) or The Varsity Network mobile app with Hal Schmitt and Randy Lee on the radio call.
Follow the team on social media (@wkubasketball) for the latest news and updates on all things Hilltopper Basketball. Visit wkusports.com for more information.
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