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Franks’ 24 Help St. Thomas Beat Presbyterian 87-78
St. Thomas shot 54.9% from the field and made 19 of 21 free throws to pull away after halftime.
On Monday, November 2, 2026, St. Thomas defeated Presbyterian 87-78 in a road victory to open both teams' seasons, with Tim Franks scoring 24 points to lead the Tommies.
The Tommies entered halftime with a 38-26 lead and expanded their advantage by connecting on 7 of 11 three-pointers during the second half.
Jeremy Lorenz and Hayden Tibbits each scored 16 points for St. Thomas, while Triston Wilson led the Blue Hose with 19 points, six rebounds, and six assists.
Converting 19 of 21 free-throw attempts while shooting 54.9% from the field, St. Thomas overcame 18-point performances from Presbyterian's Jaylen Peterson and E.J. Smith.
Both teams return to action next Friday, November 6, 2026, as the Tommies visit Minnesota to face the Gophers at The Barn, while Presbyterian travels to Georgia.