Jon Mekonnen scores 18 as South Dakota State tops Briar Cliff 71-49
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Last updated Nov 7, 2026
Jon Mekonnen led South Dakota State with 18 points in a 71-49 victory over Briar Cliff on Friday evening. Mekonnen shot 8 of 11 from the field, contributing significantly to the Jackrabbits' performance. Davis Kern and Joe Sayler added 10 points each, with Sayler also recording five steals. Jaxson Wingert paced the Chargers with 15 points. With this win, the Jackrabbits improve to a 2-0 season record.
- •South Dakota State defeats Briar Cliff 71-49.
- •Jon Mekonnen scores 18 points for Jackrabbits.
- •Davis Kern and Joe Sayler contribute 10 points each.
- •Jaxson Wingert leads Briar Cliff with 15 points.
- •South Dakota State improves to 2-0 this season.
- 5:42 AMYahoo Sports — Jon Mekonnen scores 18 to lead South Dakota State over Briar Cliff 71-49
"(AP) — Jon Mekonnen’s 18 points helped South Dakota State defeat Briar Cliff (Iowa) 71-49 on Friday night.Mekonnen went 8 of 11 from the field for the Jackrabbits (2-0).
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