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Stirtz powers Drake

CARBONDALE, Ill. (AP) — Bennett Stirtz’s 30 points led Drake over Southern Illinois 75-65 on Saturday.

Stirtz had five assists for the Bulldogs (20-2, 10-2 Missouri Valley Conference). Tavion Banks scored 21 points and added five rebounds and four steals. Daniel Abreu had 12 points and shot 3 of 7 from the field, including 1 for 3 from 3-point range, and went 5 for 8 from the line. The Bulldogs extended their winning streak to eight games.

The Salukis (10-13, 5-7) were led by Kennard Davis, who recorded 22 points. Ali Abdou Dibba added 20 points and three steals for Southern Illinois.

Drake entered halftime up 28-27. Stirtz paced the team in scoring in the first half with nine points. Stirtz’s 3-pointer with 11:58 remaining in the second half gave Drake the lead for good at 45-44.