Jadis Jones exploded for 27 points, including crucial free throws in overtime, as Lindenwood edged Southern Indiana 81-78 in a heart-stopping Ohio Valley Conference clash Saturday. The Lions snapped a two-game skid, moving to 8-8 in conference play while handing the Screaming Eagles their sixth consecutive loss.
With 49 seconds left in OT, Jones sank two free throws to give Lindenwood a permanent lead. Reggie Bass forced overtime with a game-tying three-pointer at the five-second mark in regulation, capping a rally from a six-point deficit. Southern Indiana’s Jayland Randall missed a potential buzzer-beater, sending the game to an extra period.
Lindenwood’s offense leaned on multiple contributors:
- Markeith Browning II added 14 points and six assists.
- Reggie Bass chipped in 14 points, hitting 100% of his free throws.
Southern Indiana’s Stephen Olowoniyi dominated with a 22-point, 13-rebound double-double, but the Lions’ defense stifled Randall (19 points) in overtime. Jack Campion’s 17 points and eight assists weren’t enough to halt the Eagles’ slide to 4-12 in conference play.
The win keeps Lindenwood’s OVC tournament hopes alive, while Southern Indiana faces mounting pressure ahead of Thursday’s home game against Eastern Illinois. Lindenwood visits Little Rock the same night, aiming to build momentum for postseason contention.