Early works late to secure win over Drake

DES MOINES (AP) — Jeff Early scored four points in the final 16 seconds to help preserve Southern Illinois’ 66-63 victory over Drake on Saturday night.

Early finished with a game-high 26 points and had three steals.

Southern Illinois (14-16, 6-12 Missouri Valley) also got 15 points from Desmar Jackson, including a pair of 3-pointers.

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