St. Thomas beats Presbyterian 87-78 as Tim Franks scores 24

CLINTON, S.C. (AP) — Tim Franks had 24 points as St. Thomas started the season with an 87-78 win over Presbyterian on Monday.

Franks also contributed six rebounds for the Tommies. Jeremy Lorenz scored 16 points while going 6 for 12 from the field, including 1 for 3 from 3-point range, and 3 for 4 from the line, and added five rebounds. Hayden Tibbits shot 3 for 4 from the field, including 2 for 3 from 3-point range, and 8 for 8 from the free-throw line to finish with 16 points.

Triston Wilson led the way for the Blue Hose with 19 points, six rebounds, six assists and two steals. Presbyterian also got 18 points, seven rebounds and two steals from Jaylen Peterson. E.J. Smith finished with 18 points.

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Both teams play Friday. St. Thomas visits Minnesota, and Presbyterian visits Georgia.

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