Matchup: Duquesne (4-0) vs. Western Carolina (3-1), 7:30 p.m. today, Ramsey Center, Cullowhee, N.C., in the O'Reilly Auto Parts CBE Classic.

Radio, Internet: KQV-AM (1410); GoDuquesne.com.

Duquesne: Swingman Damian Saunders has been solid this season, opening with consecutive double-doubles and went into the O'Reilly Auto Parts CBE Classic averaging 16.5 points per game. ... With the absence of Melquan Bolding (wrist), B.J. Monteiro's minutes should continue to spike.

Western Carolina: Was defeated soundly, 73-41, at Texas in its season opener. ... Returns six players who started 12 or more games last year, including five seniors. ... Has former Blackhawk High School standout Antoine Childs on its roster.

Hidden stat: Western Carolina is coming off its first winning season since 1996-97.

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