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Johnson scores 16 as Southern Illinois knocks off Southern Indiana 81-50

By WJBD Staff Dec 23, 2023 | 7:07 AM

CARBONDALE, Ill. (AP) — Xavier Johnson had 16 points in Southern Illinois’ 81-50 victory over Southern Indiana on Friday night.

Johnson had seven rebounds, eight assists, and three steals for the Salukis (8-4). Jarrett Hensley scored 12 points, finishing 5 of 9 from the floor. Troy D’Amico shot 3 for 5 (2 for 4 from 3-point range) and 3 of 3 from the free throw line to finish with 11 points.

AJ Smith led the way for the Screaming Eagles (3-10) with 14 points and 10 rebounds. Southern Indiana also got nine points, seven rebounds and two blocks from Jack Mielke. Jeremiah Hernandez also had nine points.