Adrian Wooley’s 21 points helped Kennesaw State defeat UTEP 83-73 on Thursday night. Wooley had five rebounds and seven assists for the Owls (16-11, 8-6 Conference USA). Braedan Lue added 18 points while going 7 of 11 (4 for 7 from 3-point range) while he also had six rebounds and three blocks.

UTEP looks to break its seven-game losing streak when the Miners take on Kennesaw State. Thursday's meeting is the first of the season between the teams.

BOTTOM LINE: Kennesaw State plays UTEP after Simeon Cottle scored 21 points in Kennesaw State’s 78-76 loss to the Sam Houston Bearkats. The Owls have gone 11-2 at home. Kennesaw State is eighth in the CUSA at limiting opponent scoring, giving up 73.1 points while holding opponents to 41.1% shooting.