Wilson scores 23 to lift Longwood over Southern Miss in CBI

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FARMVILLE, Va. (AP) — Jaylon Wilson had 23 points as Longwood romped past Southern Miss 90-68 in the College Basketball Invitational first round on Wednesday night.

Lorenzo Phillips had 19 points for Longwood (16-17). JaShaun Smith added 12 points. Damarion Geter had 11 points for the home team.

Longwood posted a season-high 18 3-pointers.

Gabe Watson had 17 points for the Golden Eagles (20-13). Anfernee Hampton added 11 points.