CHARLOTTE, N.C. — In a hard-fought matchup on Tuesday evening, Corey Washington’s impressive performance, which included 21 points and 10 rebounds, led Wichita State to a 66-58 victory over Charlotte.

Quincy Ballard contributed significantly as well, scoring 12 points and securing 13 rebounds for the Shockers, who now hold a record of 12-10 this season, with a 2-7 standing in the American Athletic Conference. A.J. McGinnis also played a vital role, making 4 of 6 shots from the field, including 2 three-pointers, finishing the night with 10 points.

For the 49ers, Nik Graves was the standout player, netting 23 points, despite the loss. Jaehshon Thomas added to the scoreboard with 12 points, while Kylan Blackmon contributed with seven points and three steals.

Wichita State took a narrow 33-31 lead into halftime, bolstered by Washington’s 12 points in the first half. The team’s momentum surged in the second half as they launched a 14-2 scoring run, overcoming a one-point deficit to take command of the game with a 61-50 advantage with just 3:42 left on the clock. Ballard was instrumental during this stretch, adding 10 points in the second half.

This victory marks a crucial win for Wichita State as they continue their campaign in the competitive landscape of college basketball.