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On Wednesday, January 31, former East St. Louis High School standout CJ Jones’ college team lost in an NCAA D1 game

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UIC Flames Coach Luke Yaklich (2024) | UIC Flames

UIC Flames Coach Luke Yaklich (2024) | UIC Flames

On Wednesday, January 31, former East St. Louis High School standout, CJ Jones’ current college team, the UIC Flames, lost 60-77 in their NCAA D1 game against the Evansville Purple Aces.

The game took place in Evansville, Indiana. This was the first matchup against the Evansville Purple Aces this season.

The UIC Flames’ next game is scheduled for Saturday, February 3 at 1 p.m. in Chicago, Illinois.

Name: CJ Jones
Position: Guard
Hometown: East St. Louis
Height: 6′5″

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