Jones scores 23 and Samford downs Mercer 100-79
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- — Rylan Jones had 23 points in Samford's 100-79 victory against Mercer on Wednesday night.
Jones added six assists for the Bulldogs (19-5, 9-2 Southern Conference). Julian Brown shot 5 for 10, including 5 for 9 from beyond the arc to add 15 points. Jaden Brownell went 4 of 9 from the field (4 for 8 from 3-point range) to finish with 12 points.
The Bears (11-13, 4-7) were led by Tyler Johnson, who posted 26 points. Brady Shoulders added 13 points and six rebounds for Mercer. Marcus Overstreet also had 11 points, 14 rebounds and two steals.
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Game Information
Pete Hanna Center
12:30 AM, 6 February 2025
Homewood, AL
Attendance: 1,284
- Referees:
- Sidney Cohen
- Michael Husted
- Jason Deering
2024-25 Southern Conference Standings
Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
---|---|---|---|
Chattanooga | 15-3 | - | 24-9 |
UNC Greensboro | 13-5 | 2 | 20-12 |
Samford | 12-6 | 3 | 22-10 |
East Tennessee State | 12-6 | 3 | 19-13 |
Furman | 11-7 | 4 | 25-9 |
Wofford | 10-8 | 5 | 19-15 |
VMI | 7-11 | 8 | 15-19 |
Mercer | 6-12 | 9 | 14-19 |
Western Carolina | 4-14 | 11 | 8-22 |
The Citadel | 0-18 | 15 | 5-25 |