The University of Mount Olive men's basketball team suffered an 89-77 loss at Francis Marion, dropping to 6-16 overall with a 5-7 record in conference play. Redshirt sophomore Redford Dunton registered 18 points while freshman Josiah Watkins produced 18 points off the bench. Francis Marion improved to 11-10 this season with a 9-4 record in league action.

By the Numbers
  • University of Mount Olive's field goal percentage: 41.3%
  • Francis Marion's field goal percentage: 47.6%
  • Francis Marion's rebounding advantage: 48-25
State of Play
  • Mount Olive drops to 6-16 overall with a 5-7 mark in conference play
  • Francis Marion improves to 11-10 this season with a 9-4 record in league action
  • Next game: Mount Olive faces Lees-McRae on Saturday, Feb. 10, at 5 p.m.
Bottom Line

The University of Mount Olive men's basketball team faces a setback with the 89-77 loss at Francis Marion, highlighting the need for strategic improvements and a strong performance in the upcoming game against Lees-McRae.