CLINTON, S.C. (AP) — Tim Franks scored 24 points in St. Thomas’ 87-78 win against Presbyterian on Monday in both teams’ season openers.

Franks also contributed six rebounds for the Tommies. Jeremy Lorenz scored 16 points while going 6 of 12 from the floor, and added five rebounds. Hayden Tibbits shot 3 for 4 (2 for 3 from 3-point range) and 8 of 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 next Friday. St. Thomas visits Minnesota, and Presbyterian travels to Georgia.

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