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Sam Houston State Bearkats vs Florida International Panthers Wrap - Florida International Wins 85-82

Jayden Brewer scored 25 points for Florida International on Thursday, leading them to a 85-82 victory over Sam Houston State at Ocean Bank Convocation Center.

Florida International was a +1.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Jonathan Aybar had 19 points for Florida International and Asim Jones chipped in with 15 points. Dashon Gittens had 3 assists for them, while Jonathan Aybar was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.

Sam Houston State got 21 points from Lamar Wilkerson in a losing cause and another 18 points from Josiah Hammons. Marcus Boykin contributed 9 assists for them, while Marcus Boykin had 9 rebounds.

The rebound battle favored Sam Houston State as they grabbed 39 boards, while Florida International only had 31

Florida International heads into a battle against Louisiana Tech. Sam Houston State, meanwhile, will have their next action against Liberty.