Despite being the first game of the season, which was an exhibition, the Appalachian State men’s basketball team dominated the visiting Warren Wilson Owls in a 126-71 blowout. For the Mountaineers, it was their first and only preseason exhibition game, while the Owls came into the game with a 1-2 record.
A big talking point from the game was Warren Wilson’s offense and its drastic imbalance. The Owls attempted to make up for their lack of size with a barrage of three-point shots, taking 26 in the first half and another 20 in the second. Despite the dedication to shooting beyond the arc, the team only shot 30.