ROCK HILL, S.C (AP) Rob Martin's 22 points helped High Point Panthers defeat Furman Paladins 97-71 on Monday in a season opener.

Martin had four steals for the Panthers. Owen Aquino scored 17 points and added six rebounds and three steals. Conrad Martinez had 17 points and went 6 of 9 from the field (3 for 5 from 3-point range).

Charles Johnston finished with 16 points and 12 rebounds for the Paladins. Ben Vanderwal and Alex Wilkins both scored 11.

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