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Pirates pumped for SMU

East Carolina coach Jeff Lebo and his basketball Pirates recognize the challenge they face against undefeated SMU.

They also understand the opportunity they have to pull off a massive upset of the No. 10 Mustangs tonight, and possibly turn around a disappointing season.

“We’re definitely excited and ready for the challenge,” ECU senior point guard Prince Williams said of tonight’s 6:15 tip-off. “I don’t think we’ve had (a top-10 team) come through here in a long time. ... I hope we get a good crowd out here and come in here ready to compete.”

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