Wilkinson scores 17 in Little Rock’s 79-75 victory over Tennessee Tech

By Canadian Press on February 13, 2025.

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Mwani Wilkinson’s 17 points helped Little Rock defeat Tennessee Tech 79-75 on Thursday night.

Wilkinson added nine rebounds and four steals for the Trojans (17-10, 11-5 Ohio Valley Conference). Tuongthach Gatkek also scored 17 points while shooting 7 of 11 from the field and 3 for 3 from the free-throw line and added six rebounds. Isaiah Lewis shot 6 of 13 from the field and 4 of 4 from the free-throw line to finish with 17 points, while adding five rebounds and three steals.

Jaylon Johnson led the way for the Golden Eagles (13-13, 8-7) with 21 points and seven assists. Rodney Johnson Jr. added 11 points, nine rebounds and four assists for Tennessee Tech. JaJuan Nicholls also had 11 points.

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Little Rock plays next Thursday against Lindenwood at home, and Tennessee Tech visits Southeast Missouri State on Saturday.

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