SHAWNEE – Oklahoma Baptist got double-figure scoring from three players and shot 44.4 percent in a 74-71 season opening loss to St. Gregory's Friday.
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Kevin Franceshi scored 15 points in his OBU debut after sitting out last season with an injury.
Chandler Rickey added 14 points and blocked three shots.
Steven Green had a double-double with 13 points and a game-high 12 rebounds.
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The Bison led almost 36 minutes of the game, but SGU rallied late and made 23 of 29 free throws for the game.
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OBU now turns its attention to the Great American Conference opener Thursday at Ouachita Baptist. Game time is 7:30 p.m.
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