Outside shooting lifts SMU to 87-78 victory over Navy

Woods hits six 3-pointers

Midshipmen drop to 5-4

December 24, 1999|By FROM STAFF REPORTS

Stephen Woods had a game-high 27 points as Southern Methodist defeated Navy, 87-78, last night in a non-conference men's basketball in Dallas.

Woods made six-of-seven three-pointers and was one of four Mustangs (11-1) to score in double figures.

Sitapha Savane led Navy (5-4) with 26 points and 13 rebounds.

SMU led 41-40 at halftime but extended the lead by making four of seven three-pointers and converting 12-of-18 free throws in the second half.

Pub Date: 12/24/99

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