Georgia Southern-Samford

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Georgia Southern made 11 3-pointers in the first half and went on to win 83-77. Samford is leading the Southern Conference in defense, only giving up 69 points per game. Georgia Southern shot 53% from the floor and 54% (15-28) from long range. Samford shot 50% from the field. Each team had five players reach double figures in points. Willie Powers had 12 points and 11 assists for the Eagles. Antonio Hanson made seven 3-pointers and scored a total of 27 points for Georgia Southern. Jeffrey Merritt had 18 points and 8 rebounds in the losing effort for the Bulldogs.