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Braves Drop Opener at Saint Joseph’s, 86-81

Philadelphia, Pa. – Five Braves scored in double figures in the season opener but it wasn't enough for the Bradley men's basketball team as Saint Joseph's snuck out an 86-81 victory on Tuesday night.

Senior Darrell Brown led Bradley with 17 points and five assists, while classmate Koch Bar registered his second career double-double with 13 points and 12 rebounds.

Senior Nate Kennell chipped in 15 points, while Elijah Childs and sophomore Ja'Shon Henry also reached double-digits with 11 and 10, respectively.