KNOXVILLE, Tn- The Royals traveled to take on AAC opponent Truett McConnell on 11/12, where they fell to the Bears 72-93.

Nick Clifton led the Royals offense, as he was one of 4 double-digit scorers with 20 points. Miles Long had 18 while both Daniel Jackson and Alex Forde had 14.

Nick Clifton also led the effort on the glass, as he hauled in 11 rebounds, securing his second double-double of the season.

The Royals will look to turn things around on 11/15, when they travel to take on another AAC opponent in Point.