MARTIN, Tenn. (AP) Jordan Sears' 18 points helped UT Martin Skyhawks defeat Morehead State Eagles 64-57 on Saturday night.

Sears added five assists for the Skyhawks (9-6, 1-1 Ohio Valley Conference). KK Curry added 14 points while shooting 4 of 8 from the field and 6 for 8 from the line, and he also had 16 rebounds. K.J. Simon recorded 12 points and was 4 of 14 shooting and went 4 for 6 from the line.

The Eagles (8-7, 1-1) were led by Mark Freeman, who recorded 18 points and two steals. Drew Thelwell added 10 points for Morehead State. Alex Gross also had nine points and 14 rebounds.

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Both teams play on Thursday. UT Martin hosts Southeast Missouri State while Morehead State hosts Southern Indiana.

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