Stansberry scores 23 to carry Hawaii past Samford 94-73

Associated Press

HONOLULU (AP) — Eddie Stansberry had 23 points as Hawaii easily defeated Samford 94-73 on Sunday.

Justin Webster had 15 points for Hawaii (7-3), which earned its sixth consecutive home victory. Dawson Carper added 14 points. Samuta Avea had 12 points and seven rebounds for the hosts.

The 94 points were a season best for Hawaii, which also achieved a season-high 24 assists.

Josh Sharkey had 21 points and six steals for the Bulldogs (6-6). Brandon Austin added 15 points. Jalen Dupree had 13 points.

Robert Allen, whose 14 points per game heading into the contest ranked second on the Bulldogs, failed to make a shot from the floor (0 of 5).

Hawaii takes on UTEP at home next Sunday. Samford faces Alabama at home on Wednesday.

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