American University Eagles @ Lafayette Leopards
Petrie scores last 7 points; Lafayette beats American 70-68
EASTON, Pa. -- Alex Petrie scored the last seven points of the game that included a layup with 3.3 seconds left to lift Lafayette to a 70-68 victory over American on Wednesday night.
Sa'eed Nelson's half-court shot for American hit the back of the rim at the buzzer.
Paulius Zalys scored 19 points to lead the Leopards (10-16, 7-8 Patriot League), who have won five straight for the first time since the 2012-13 season. Petrie finished with 14 points. Justin Jaworski added 13 points and Lukas Jarrett had 11 points.
Nelson had 22 to points and seven rebounds for the Eagles (13-13, 7-8). Stacy Beckton Jr. added 13 points and seven rebounds. Sam Iorio had 12 points.
The Leopards improve to 2-0 against the Eagles on the season. Lafayette defeated American 84-79 on Jan. 19. Lafayette takes on Bucknell on the road on Sunday. American plays Army on the road on Sunday.
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Game Information
Easton, PA
Referee:Tim Kelly
Referee:Paul Faia
Referee:Kenneth Clark
2025-26 Standings
| Patriot League | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Navy | 9-1 | - | 17-6 |
| Colgate | 7-3 | 2 | 13-10 |
| American University | 6-4 | 3 | 13-10 |
| Lehigh | 6-4 | 3 | 10-13 |
| Army | 4-6 | 5 | 10-13 |
| Loyola Maryland | 4-6 | 5 | 8-15 |
| Lafayette | 4-6 | 5 | 7-16 |
| Bucknell | 4-6 | 5 | 7-16 |
| Boston University | 3-7 | 6 | 8-15 |
| Holy Cross | 3-7 | 6 | 8-15 |
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