The Southeast Missouri State Redhawks (19-10, 14-4 OVC) continued their dominant run with a decisive 74-58 victory over the Lindenwood Lions on Saturday night. Rob Martin spearheaded the win, delivering a career-high 26 points alongside eight assists and five rebounds. This marks SEMO’s ninth consecutive win, solidifying their position as a top contender in the Ohio Valley Conference.
Martin’s all-around performance included three steals, showcasing his defensive intensity. Teammate Brendan Terry added 22 points and five rebounds, while Tedrick Washington Jr. contributed 15 points. The Redhawks’ offense thrived with precision, shooting 48% from the field and capitalizing on Lindenwood’s 14 turnovers.
Lindenwood’s Markeith Browning II led the Lions (14-15, 9-9 OVC) with 17 points, but the team struggled to contain SEMO’s momentum. A critical second-half surge by the Redhawks, highlighted by a 12-2 run, sealed the game.
Our defensive pressure and unselfish play have been the backbone of this streak,said SEMO’s head coach postgame.
Key factors in the matchup:
- SEMO’s 42-28 advantage in points in the paint
- 22 points off turnovers for the Redhawks
- Lindenwood’s 28% three-point shooting
With the conference tournament approaching, SEMO’s consistency positions them as a team to watch. Their next challenge? Maintaining this momentum against Eastern Illinois on Thursday.