Bears Take Down Terriers

Monday, January 31

Macon, Ga.

7:00 PM

Mercer University

13-10,6-4SoCon

Wofford

13-10,5-6SoCon

Wofford

Mercer

Photo by: James Thomas

1/31/2022 9:16:00 PM | Men's Basketball

Box Score

Mercer holds Wofford to just 23 second half points

By: Zach Durkee

MACON, Ga. – In a game of runs, the Mercer Bears came out victorious over the Wofford Terriers by a score of 67-62. A strong defensive effort in the second half paired with a combined 37 points by Jalen Johnson and James Glisson III led the orange and black to victory. With the win, Mercer improves 13-10 overall and 6-4 in SoCon play and Wofford falls to 13-10 on the season and 5-6 in conference action.

The Bears were hot early, jumping out to a 20-10 lead after eight minutes of action. The Terriers weathered the early onslaught by the Bears and went on a 26-6 run of their own to take a 36-26 lead with just over two minutes remaining in the first half. Jalen Johnson gave the Bears life heading into the break by knocking down a three and a pair of free throws to send Mercer to intermission down 39-31.

A 10-2 run capped by a Jalen Johnson dunk started the second half for the Bears, equaling the score at 41 apiece. The Terriers responded by retaking a nine-point advantage but then Mercer stepped up their defensive efforts, not allowing Wofford to score for over six straight minutes. This allowed Mercer to take the lead for the first time since 7:23 remaining in the first half, they would not relinquish it from there. A big three by Johnson and timely free throws by Jovan Tucker and James Glisson III capped a 18-4 run to end the game for the Bears.

Inside The Box Score:
Jalen Johnson had 21 points while shooting 4-6 from deep

James Glisson III posted 16 points, nine rebounds, and a pair of steals

Shawn Walker Jr. had nine points, three boards, and a trio of assists

Felipe Haase recorded seven points, four rebounds, and three assists

Jordan Jones had six assists, five rebounds, and five points

Highlights:
- Johnson's Oop
- Glisson III's And One
- Glisson III's Dunk

Final Graphic:

2H | Hard fought and well deserved victory in Hawkins Arena. Thanks to all of those who came out and supported the Bears tonight in our Orange Out 🟠🧡🏀#LetsRoar x #BearNation | #LightTheBridge pic.twitter.com/TBjosrlBFK
— Mercer Men's Basketball (@MercerMBB) February 1, 2022

Up Next:
The Bears will hit the road and travel to Chattanooga for a matchup with the Mocs on Saturday, February 5. Tip-off is slated for noon. Mercer will be back in Hawkins Arena on Monday February 7 as Chattanooga will make the trip up to Macon for a 7 P.M. start time.

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