Ferguson's 20 lead Southern Illinois over Chicago State 71-55
Chicago State Cougars vs. Southern Illinois Salukis: Full Highlights
Chicago State Cougars vs. Southern Illinois Salukis: Full Highlights
CARBONDALE, Ill. -- — AJ Ferguson scored 20 points as Southern Illinois beat Chicago State 71-55 on Thursday night.
Ferguson was 7 of 11 shooting, including 1 for 3 from 3-point range, and went 5 for 9 from the line for the Salukis (3-0). Xavier Johnson scored 18 points and added five rebounds, seven assists, and four steals. Trent Brown had 12 points and shot 4 for 10, including 4 for 9 from beyond the arc.
Wesley Cardet Jr. led the way for the Cougars (1-4) with 15 points and six rebounds. Jahsean Corbett added 13 points and eight rebounds for Chicago State. In addition, Brent Davis finished with 11 points and three steals.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Amy Bonner
- Roland Simmons
- Chase Shaw
2024-25 Northeast Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Island University | 5-0 | - | 9-11 |
| Central Connecticut | 3-2 | 2 | 12-6 |
| Stonehill | 2-2 | 2.5 | 10-9 |
| Fairleigh Dickinson | 2-2 | 2.5 | 6-13 |
| Chicago State | 2-2 | 2.5 | 2-17 |
| Mercyhurst | 2-3 | 3 | 8-12 |
| St. Francis (PA) | 2-3 | 3 | 7-12 |
| Wagner | 1-3 | 3.5 | 9-8 |
| Le Moyne | 1-3 | 3.5 | 6-13 |
2024-25 Missouri Valley Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley | 7-1 | - | 16-3 |
| Belmont | 6-2 | 1 | 14-5 |
| Drake | 5-2 | 1.5 | 15-2 |
| Northern Iowa | 5-2 | 1.5 | 11-7 |
| UIC | 5-3 | 2 | 12-6 |
| Murray State | 4-4 | 3 | 10-9 |
| Indiana State | 3-4 | 3.5 | 9-9 |
| Illinois State | 3-5 | 4 | 11-8 |
| Valparaiso | 3-5 | 4 | 10-9 |
| Evansville | 3-5 | 4 | 6-13 |
| Southern Illinois | 2-5 | 4.5 | 7-11 |
| Missouri State | 0-8 | 7 | 7-12 |
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