Mercer Bears @ Samford Bulldogs
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
Homewood, AL
Referee:Sidney Cohen
Referee:Michael Husted
Referee:Jason Deering
2025-26 Standings
| Southern Conference | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Tennessee State | 13-5 | - | 23-11 |
| Mercer | 11-7 | 2 | 19-13 |
| Wofford | 11-7 | 2 | 19-13 |
| Samford | 11-7 | 2 | 18-14 |
| Furman | 10-8 | 3 | 22-13 |
| Western Carolina | 10-8 | 3 | 15-16 |
| UNC Greensboro | 9-9 | 4 | 15-19 |
| Chattanooga | 7-11 | 6 | 13-19 |
| The Citadel | 7-11 | 6 | 11-22 |
| VMI | 1-17 | 12 | 6-26 |
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