| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EIU | 38 | 29 | 67 |
| TNTC | 38 | 37 | 75 |
Johnson scores 18 in Tennessee Tech's 75-67 victory against Eastern Illinois
COOKEVILLE, Tenn. -- — Rodney Johnson Jr. scored 18 points as Tennessee Tech beat Eastern Illinois 75-67 on Saturday night.
Johnson was 7 of 10 shooting, including 2 for 3 from 3-point range, and went 2 for 3 from the line for the Golden Eagles (10-19, 5-11 Ohio Valley Conference). Daniel Egbuniwe scored 16 points while shooting 6 for 10, including 4 for 6 from beyond the arc, and added seven rebounds. Kyle Layton was 5 of 8 shooting (4 for 7 from 3-point range) to finish with 14 points.
Kyndall Davis finished with 25 points, 12 rebounds and five steals for the Panthers (13-16, 7-9). Tiger Booker added 16 points, five assists and two steals for Eastern Illinois. In addition, Corey Sawyer Jr. finished with 13 points.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Kevin Driver
- Grant Tyler
- Bryan Washer
2024-25 Ohio Valley Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIU Edwardsville | 0-0 | - | 4-2 |
| Tennessee Tech | 0-0 | - | 3-2 |
| Little Rock | 0-0 | - | 2-2 |
| UT Martin | 0-0 | - | 2-2 |
| Western Illinois | 0-0 | - | 2-2 |
| Tennessee State | 0-0 | - | 2-3 |
| Southeast Missouri State | 0-0 | - | 1-2 |
| Eastern Illinois | 0-0 | - | 1-3 |
| Lindenwood | 0-0 | - | 1-3 |
| Morehead State | 0-0 | - | 1-3 |
| Southern Indiana | 0-0 | - | 1-4 |
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