Bothwell scores 27 as Furman downs The Citadel 97-72

GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — Mike Bothwell’s 27 points helped Furman defeat Citadel 97-72 on Wednesday night.

Bothwell added five rebounds and six assists for the Paladins (11-5, 2-1 Southern). Alex Williams scored 19 points, shooting 6 for 10 (2 for 5 from 3-point range) and 5 of 5 from the free throw line. Ben Vanderwal finished 4 of 4 from 3-point range to finish with 14 points, while adding seven rebounds.

Stephen Clark led the Bulldogs (6-9, 1-2) in scoring, finishing with 18 points and two blocks. AJ Smith added 11 points for Citadel. Austin Ash also recorded eight points and two steals.