Thomas' six threes propel Furman to road win

Furman beats VMI 90-72, handing the Keydets their 12th straight loss

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Asa Thomas scored 25 points, including six 3-pointers, to lead Furman to a 90-72 victory over VMI on Saturday. The Paladins (17-10, 8-6 Southern Conference) handed the Keydets (6-21, 1-13) their 12th consecutive loss. Cooper Bowser added 14 points and three blocks for Furman, while TJ Johnson scored 26 points to pace VMI.

Why it matters

This win helps Furman maintain its position in the Southern Conference standings, as the Paladins look to secure a spot in the conference tournament. For VMI, the loss extends their lengthy losing streak, further complicating their chances of finishing the season strong.

The details

Asa Thomas led the way for Furman, scoring 25 points and making six 3-pointers. Cooper Bowser chipped in 14 points and three blocks. For VMI, TJ Johnson scored a team-high 26 points, while Tan Yildizoglu and Linus Holmstrom each added 13 points.

  • The game was played on Saturday, February 15, 2026.

The players

Asa Thomas

A key player for the Furman Paladins, scoring 25 points and making six 3-pointers in the win.

Cooper Bowser

Contributed 14 points and three blocks for the Furman Paladins.

TJ Johnson

Led the VMI Keydets with 26 points in the loss.

Tan Yildizoglu

Scored 13 points and added 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the VMI Keydets.

Linus Holmstrom

Also scored 13 points for the VMI Keydets.

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The takeaway

Furman's strong performance, led by Asa Thomas' 25 points and six 3-pointers, helped the Paladins secure an important road win and maintain their position in the Southern Conference standings. Meanwhile, VMI's 12th straight loss continues to be a concern for the Keydets as they look to turn their season around.