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Men's Basketball Fall to the Salukis, 70-62

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CARBONDALE, Illinois – The UNI men's basketball team took on the Salukis of Southern Illinois on Wednesday night, falling 70-62 on the road.

The Panthers went out to an early lead against the Salukis, leading by as many as 21 points in the first half. The Panthers recorded 13 points on the teams' eight forced turnovers to pad the lead. The Panthers shot 50 percent from the field in the opening 20 minutes and took a 16 point lead into the break.