Bellinger puts up 21, Tennessee State defeats Southern Indiana 79-74

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — EJ Bellinger's 21 points helped Tennessee State defeat Southern Indiana 79-74 on Saturday night.

Bellinger also had six rebounds for the Tigers (13-10, 6-4 Ohio Valley Conference). Jaylen Jones scored 16 points and added five assists. Jason Jitoboh shot 2 of 5 from the field and 8 for 8 from the line to finish with 12 points.

Jeremiah Hernandez led the way for the Screaming Eagles (6-17, 3-7) with 23 points and two steals. Jack Mielke added 14 points for Southern Indiana. In addition, AJ Smith had 10 points and two steals.

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