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 |
---|---|---|---|
Samford | 9-2 | - | 19-5 |
Chattanooga | 8-3 | 1 | 16-8 |
UNC Greensboro | 8-3 | 1 | 15-9 |
East Tennessee State | 7-4 | 2 | 14-10 |
Furman | 6-5 | 3 | 18-6 |
Wofford | 6-5 | 3 | 12-12 |
VMI | 5-6 | 4 | 11-13 |
Mercer | 4-7 | 5 | 11-13 |
Western Carolina | 2-9 | 7 | 6-16 |
The Citadel | 0-11 | 9 | 5-17 |