TRAVELERS REST, S.C. (Interstat) — The Troy men’s basketball team built a large first-half lead and withstood a furious second-half comeback by Furman to secure a 64-61 victory Friday night at Timmons Arena. The Trojans improved to 2-0, while the Paladins fell to 0-2.

Cooper Campbell led Troy with 21 points. The Trojans led 36-23 at halftime, but Furman outscored them 38-28 after the break, fueled by Alex Wilkins’ 16 points and eight assists. Troy’s defense was pivotal, forcing 17 turnovers and recording 13 steals to preserve the narrow win.