HAMPTON, Va. -- — Kyrese Mullen and Noah Farrakhan each scored 18 points helped Hampton defeat Drexel 63-58 on Thursday night.

Mullen also contributed 12 rebounds and five assists for the Pirates (13-13, 5-8 Coastal Athletic Association). Farrakhan finished 9 of 15 from the field.

The Dragons (13-13, 5-8) were led by Yame Butler and Shane Blakeney with 11 points apiece.

Mullen put up 12 points in the first half for Hampton, which led 27-26 at halftime.

Both teams play on Saturday. Hampton hosts Hofstra and Drexel travels to play William & Mary.

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