WILMINGTON, N.C. (AP) Patrick Wessler had 29 points in UNC Wilmington's 91-73 victory against Kent State Golden Flashes on Wednesday.

Wessler had seven rebounds for the Seahawks (3-0). Gavin Walsh added 17 points while shooting 7 for 11, including 3 for 5 from beyond the arc while they also had six rebounds. Jahnathan Lamothe finished with 12 points.

Chansey Willis Jr. led the way for the Golden Flashes (1-2) with 26 points, four assists and three steals. Kent State also got 13 points from Dhani Miller.

UNC Wilmington took the lead for good with 13:42 remaining in the first half. The score was 49-30 at halftime, with Walsh racking up 13 points. UNC Wilmington extended its lead to 60-32 during the second half, fueled by an 11-2 scoring run. Wessler scored a team-high 17 points in the second half.

UNC Wilmington next plays Saturday against Louisiana at home. Kent State will host Eastern Kentucky on Monday.

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