JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Interstat) — The Jacksonville Dolphins withstood a second-half surge from the Lipscomb Bisons to win 70-65 in an ASUN Conference men’s basketball game Thursday night at Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena.

Jacksonville built a 40-27 halftime lead behind a strong start. Lipscomb opened the second half on a 24-11 run to tie the game, fueled by Charlie Williams, who scored a game-high 22 points. The Dolphins responded with key late free throws from Evan Sterck and Allen Udemadu to secure the victory. Donovan Rivers led Jacksonville with 17 points.

Lipscomb fell to 14-8. Jacksonville improved to 9-13. An announced crowd of 883 attended.