Mayo scores 22 as Southern Illinois takes down Drake 66-61

Damien Mayo Jr. scored 22 points to lead the Southern Illinois Salukis to a 66-61 victory over the Drake Bulldogs in a college basketball matchup on Wednesday, securing an important conference win for the Salukis. Mayo Jr.'s outstanding performance proved crucial as he connected on key shots throughout the game, particularly in the final minutes when the Salukis were clinging to a narrow lead. The junior guard's scoring ability was complemented by strong defensive efforts from the Southern Illinois team, which held the Bulldogs to just 61 points despite their best offensive efforts. The game was tightly contested throughout, with neither team able to establish a significant lead, but Southern Illinois maintained their composure and executed effectively down the stretch to secure the hard-fought victory.