ASHEVILLE, N.C. (AP) Josh Banks' 19 points helped UNC Asheville defeat Radford 81-69 on Wednesday night.

Banks shot 8 for 13, including 3 for 6 from beyond the arc for the Bulldogs (13-8, 5-1 Big South Conference). Nicholas McMullen was 8 of 9 shooting and 2 of 4 from the free throw line to add 18 points. Drew Pember was 5 of 9 shooting and finished with 14 points, while adding eight rebounds and five assists.

The Highlanders (12-9, 2-4) were led in scoring by DaQuan Smith, who finished with 15 points. Kenyon Giles added 14 points and two steals for Radford. Bryan Antoine also had 12 points and five assists.

UNC Asheville visits Charleston Southern and Radford plays Presbyterian at home both on Saturday.

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