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Ohio Valley Tournament - Southern Illinois-Edwardsville Falls 77-62 Against Tennessee State - Game Recap

Southern Illinois-Edwardsville was victimized for 22 points and 11 rebounds by Shakem Johnson as Tennessee State defeated them 77-62 in NCAA action on Wednesday.

Bettors who backed Tennessee State were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -4.5 at sportsbooks.

Tennessee State got 14 points from Carlos Marshall Jr. and another 10 points from Kenny Cooper. Kenny Cooper contributed 4 assists, while Shakem Johnson cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.

Southern Illinois-Edwardsville got a 16-point performance from Shaun Doss Jr., who was supported by 12 points from Shamar Wright. Shaun Doss Jr. had 4 assists in a losing cause for Southern Illinois-Edwardsville, while Shaun Doss Jr. grabbed 10 rebounds.

Tennessee State led at halftime, $HalfScore.

The rebound battle favored Tennessee State as they grabbed 37 boards, while Southern Illinois-Edwardsville only had 31