Brookings, S.D. – A strong first half lifted host South Dakota State to an 81-65 victory over the Bradley men's basketball team in the season opener for both teams Tuesday night.
Junior Terry Roberts led the Braves with 15 points and five assists in his first Division I contest. Sophomore Rienk Mast added his third career double-double with 11 points and a career-best 15 rebounds. Senior Ja'Shon Henry and sophomore Jayson Kent also scored in double figures with 10 points apiece.