Jadis Jones exploded for 27 points and 7 rebounds, fueling Lindenwood’s electrifying 81-78 overtime victory over Southern Indiana in a pivotal Ohio Valley Conference clash. The Lions (13-14, 8-8 OVC) snapped their two-game skid with this momentum-shifting win, while the Screaming Eagles (9-17, 4-12) suffered their sixth consecutive defeat.
A late-game 3-pointer from Reggie Bass tied the score at 73-73 with five seconds left in regulation, forcing OT after Jayland Randall’s buzzer-beater rimmed out. Jones then took over in overtime, sinking two free throws just 49 seconds in to give Lindenwood a permanent lead.
Key contributors for Lindenwood:
- Markeith Browning II: 14 points, 6 assists
- Reggie Bass: 14 points (4/11 FG), perfect 4/4 free throws
Southern Indiana’s Stephen Olowoniyi dominated inside with 22 points, 13 rebounds, and 3 blocks, while Jayland Randall added 19 points. However, defensive lapses in overtime proved costly.
Jones’ calm under pressure won this game, said Lions coach Kyle Gerdeman postgame.Both teams return Thursday, with Lindenwood visiting Little Rock and Southern Indiana hosting Eastern Illinois.