Eastern Kentucky defeats Austin Peay 88-82

George Kimble III had 27 points in Eastern Kentucky's 88-82 win against Austin Peay on Saturday night. Kimble shot 10 of 17 from the field, including 4 for 6 from 3-point range, and went 3 for 3 from the line for the Colonels (12-11, 6-4 Atlantic Sun Conference). Montavious Myrick added 14 points while going 5 of 6 and 4 of 6 from the free-throw line and had seven rebounds.

Counter scores 21 and Middle Tennessee secures 71-68 win over UTEP

Jlynn Counter had 21 points in Middle Tennessee's 71-68 win against UTEP on Saturday. Counter went 8 of 19 from the field (5 for 11 from 3-point range) for the Blue Raiders (15-7, 6-3 Conference USA). Essam Mostafa scored 17 points while going 6 of 10 and 5 of 12 from the free-throw line and added 11 rebounds and three blocks.