Saint Mary’s edges Illinois State 90-85 in overtime season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 6:41 AM
Last updated Nov 3, 2026
Mantas Juzenas scored 20 points, including five in overtime, leading Saint Mary’s to a 90-85 victory over Illinois State in their season opener on November 3, 2026. Illinois State held a 39-33 halftime lead, but Saint Mary’s rallied back, with significant contributions from Juzenas and Evangelos Zougris, who scored 16 points. Johnny Kinziger led the Redbirds with 30 points. The Gaels next face North Dakota State at home, while Illinois State will host Central State (OH) on November 5.
- •Mantas Juzenas achieves double-double with 20 points and 11 rebounds.
- •Illinois State led at halftime but couldn't secure the win.
- •Johnny Kinziger scored 30 points for Illinois State.
- •Saint Mary's next game is against North Dakota State.
- •Illinois State will host Central State (OH) on November 5.
- 6:41 AMYahoo Sports — Juzenas, Saint Mary’s defeat Illinois State 90-85 in OT
"(AP) — Mantas Juzenas scored 20 points, five in the overtime, and Saint Mary’s beat Illinois State 90-85 in a season opener on Monday.Juzenas added 11 rebounds for the Gaels.
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