Wofford defeats Western Carolina 90-67, secures fifth straight road win

Wofford's men's basketball team is set to face Furman as they aim to break a four-game home losing streak. The Terriers currently hold a 7-5 record at home and are ranked fourth in the Southern Conference (SoCon) for team defense, while the Paladins are 10-7 against SoCon opponents and rank third in 3-point shooting. Wofford has been averaging 73.1 points over their last ten games, while Furman averages 76.2 points, indicating a potentially high-scoring matchup. Key players for Wofford include Corey Tripp, who has been averaging 14.3 points, and Dillon Bailey, who contributes significantly from beyond the arc. On the Paladins' side, Pjay Smith Jr. is scoring 16.9 points per game, making him a critical threat for Furman. Both teams are looking to solidify their positions ahead of the upcoming conference tournament, with Wofford's recent victory over Western Carolina boosting their confidence.