East Carolina came into Sunday staggering probably more than any other American Athletic Conference basketball team, but the Pirates pulled off one of the biggest upsets in the league this season.
ECU recorded its first-ever road win against Memphis, knocking down 11 3-pointers and getting a surprise boost from leading scorer B.J. Tyson in an 84-83 shocker at FedExForum.
East Carolina (9-11, 1-6 AAC) was seeking its first win since Dec. 22, 2015, and on Saturday, a victory by South Florida meant the Pirates were the only team in the American without a league win.
Tyson, who was considered doubtful to play a few days ago because of a sprained shoulder, scored 26 points thanks to a 6-of-10 effort from 3-point range.