EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. (Interstat) — SIU Edwardsville used a strong second half to defeat Tennessee State 74-66 in an Ohio Valley Conference men’s basketball game Thursday night at Vadalabene Center.

The teams were tied 34-34 at halftime before the Cougars pulled away, shooting 52% from the floor overall. Jack Campion led SIU Edwardsville with 14 points and 10 assists, while Kyle Thomas added 20 points. Dante Harris scored 16 for the Tigers, who shot just 32.8%.

SIU Edwardsville improved to 12-8. Tennessee State fell to 12-7. An announced crowd of 2,375 attended.