CONWAY, S.C. – The Illinois State men's basketball team defeated South Carolina, 69-65, in the opening round of the Puerto Rico Tip-Off at Myrtle Beach Thursday morning.
How It Happened
The Redbirds opened the game with a dunk from William Tinsley that gave them an early 2-0 lead. ISU remained in the lead until midway through the first half when the Gamecocks tied it up at 12 off a three-pointer. A free throw from Keyshawn Evans and a layup by Matt Hein gave the Redbirds the lead once again.