Carmody, Thomas both score 20 as Mercer defeats VMI 86-64

LEXINGTON, Va. (AP) — Robby Carmody and David Thomas both scored 20 points in Mercer's 86-64 win against VMI on Saturday.

Carmody had five rebounds and three steals for the Bears (8-7, 1-1 Southern Conference). Thomas shot 8 for 18, including 4 for 7 from beyond the arc. Jake Davis shot 5 for 9, including 4 for 7 from beyond the arc to finish with 14 points.

Tyran Cook finished with 19 points and two steals for the Keydets (3-12, 0-2). Stephen Olowoniyi added 14 points and seven rebounds for VMI. Taeshaud Jackson also had 13 points, 12 rebounds and three steals.

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