Peterson's 22 lead East Tennessee State past Samford 66-59

Feb 9, 2026, 08:24 am

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. -- — Quimari Peterson had 22 points in East Tennessee State's 66-59 victory against Samford on Saturday night.

Peterson added seven rebounds and six steals for the Buccaneers (15-10, 8-4 Southern Conference). Maki Johnson scored 18 points and added nine rebounds. Karon Boyd shot 3 of 4 from the field and 8 for 10 from the line to finish with 14 points.

Jaden Brownell led the way for the Bulldogs (19-6, 9-3) with 18 points and six rebounds. Rylan Jones added 15 points, six rebounds and two steals for Samford.

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