Wessler scores 18, UNC Wilmington defeats Hofstra 70-66

WILMINGTON, N.C. (AP) — Patrick Wessler’s 18 points helped UNC Wilmington defeat Hofstra 70-66 on Saturday.

Wessler also contributed nine rebounds for the Seahawks (22-4, 11-2 Coastal Athletic Association). Christian May scored 13 points and added seven rebounds. Madison Durr shot 1 of 3 from the field and 9 of 14 from the line to finish with 11 points.

Cruz Davis led the Pride (17-10, 8-6) in scoring, finishing with 22 points. Preston Edmead added 21 points and four assists for Hofstra. Joshua DeCady had 14 points.

UNC Wilmington went into halftime leading Hofstra 34-32. May’s 3-pointer with 2:01 remaining in the second half gave UNC Wilmington the lead for good at 67-66.

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