Johnson scores 21, UIC takes down Drake 74-67

Updated: Jan 18, 2026, 04:56 am

CHICAGO -- — Andy Johnson had 21 points in UIC's 74-67 victory against Drake on Saturday.

Johnson shot 5 of 8 from the field, including 4 for 6 from 3-point range, and went 7 for 8 from the line for the Flames (9-10, 4-4 Missouri Valley Conference). Ahmad Henderson II shot 5 for 9 (4 for 6 from 3-point range) and 6 of 6 from the free-throw line to add 20 points.

Jalen Quinn led the way for the Bulldogs (9-10, 3-5) with 28 points. Drake also got 13 points, seven rebounds and four assists from Eli Shetlar, and Owen Larson had nine points.

UIC took the lead for good with 15:14 to go in the first half. The score was 34-22 at halftime, with Johnson racking up 15 points. UIC was outscored by Drake in the second half by a five-point margin, but still wound up on top, while Henderson led the way with a team-high 12 second-half points.

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