In a thrilling match held in Boiling Springs, North Carolina, North Carolina Central edged out Gardner-Webb with a final score of 78-77. The standout player for the Eagles was Po’Boigh King, who delivered an impressive performance, scoring 28 points and securing six rebounds to contribute significantly to his team’s success.

Alongside King, Isaac Parson played a crucial role for the Eagles, netting 13 points while also contributing seven assists and three steals to the team’s effort. Keishon Porter added eight points, although his shooting was less efficient, making just 2 of 7 attempts from the field and hitting 1 of 3 from beyond the arc, while converting 3 of 4 free throws.

For the Runnin’ Bulldogs, Anthony Selden emerged as the leading scorer, finishing with 25 points. Additionally, Jamaine Mann made a solid contribution with 15 points. Shahar Lazar rounded out the scoring for Gardner-Webb, recording 10 points along with four assists.

This closely contested game showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, ultimately resulting in a narrow victory for North Carolina Central as they improved their record to 4-7, while Gardner-Webb fell to 4-6.