The Jays narrowly avoided an upset by the Southern Illinois Salukis, winning 73-72 in overtime.
Junior Cavel Witter sent the game to overtime after hitting three foul shots with three seconds left in regulation. In overtime, back-to-back three pointers by sophomore P’Allen Stinnett and senior Booker Woodfox brought the Jays back from a four point deficit in the final minute. Sophomore Kenton Walker sealed the game for the Jays, hitting two free throws with two seconds left.
The Jays hit the road as they will travel to Wichita, Kan. to face Wichita State on Saturday. Tip off is at 3:05 p.m. The game will be broadcast on Fox Sports Net.