MEMPHIS, Tenn. (Interstat) — Tamya Smith scored 26 points and Amauri Williams added 19 as Memphis outlasted East Carolina 88-80 in a double-overtime women’s basketball game Wednesday night at FedExForum.

The Tigers, who led by as many as 14, saw their lead erased by a late Pirates rally that forced overtime. Memphis dominated the second extra period, outscoring East Carolina 14-6 to secure the American Athletic Conference victory. Smith added four assists and three blocks for Memphis, while Daejah Richmond contributed 18 points and six assists.

East Carolina, which fell to 20-9, was led by Taylor Barner’s team-high 19 points. The Pirates shot just 36.5% from the field and were outscored 22-14 at the free-throw line. Memphis improved to 9-19. Attendance was 627.