McKoy scores 26, leads Hawaii past Long Beach State 73-65

HONOLULU — Justin McKoy finished with 26 points to guide Hawaii to a 73-65 victory over Long Beach State on Saturday night.

McKoy made 10 of 14 shots with four 3-pointers for the Rainbow Warriors (16-12, 8-8 Big West Conference). He added six rebounds. Noel Coleman buried three 3-pointers and scored 18.

AJ George scored 18 on 8-for-14 shooting to lead the Beach (18-10, 10-6). Aboubacar Traore had 15 points and seven rebounds before fouling out. Lassina Traore pitched in with 14 points and 14 rebounds.

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