ST. LOUIS (Interstat) — Tyler Johnson scored 25 points to lead Central Baptist to a 77-68 men’s basketball victory over UHSP on Thursday night. The Mustangs built a 16-point halftime lead and held off a second-half push from the hosts.

Central Baptist shot 46.4% from the floor and capitalized at the free-throw line, making 20 of 28 attempts. Johnson added six rebounds and two blocks for the Mustangs, who improved to 5-13.

Landon Engelage led all scorers with 29 points for UHSP, which fell to 1-17. Brennen Walker added a double-double with 13 points and 14 rebounds. UHSP shot 40% from the field and just 54.5% on free throws.