| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RMU | 28 | 36 | 64 |
| FGCU | 21 | 38 | 59 |
Williams brothers secure Robert Morris’64-59 win over FGC
FORT MYERS, Fla. -- Brothers Josh and Jon Williams made four free throws in the final minute to help Robert Morris hold on to beat Florida Gulf Coast 64-59 and record its first road victory on Saturday.
The Colonials took a 58-56 lead after Dante Treacy's jumper. A Jalen Warren layup tied it with 1:34 left. Robert Morris took the lead for good after Josh Williams made two free throws. Josh added another free throw and Jon split a pair for a 62-58 advantage with :06 remaining. The Eagles launched two from deep in the final minute but failed to hit the mark.
Josh Williams hit 3 of 4 from distance to total 16 points. AJ Bramah added 12 points with eight boards and Jalen Hawkins also had 12 points.
The Colonials (3-8) made 16 of 23 free throws. Florida Gulf Coast was 7 of 9 from the free-throw line.
Robert Morris led 28-21 at the break before the Eagles rallied to take their first lead in the second half, going ahead 46-45 after Zach Scott had a layup with 7:01 left. The Colonels retook the lead after two Hawkins free throws. Caleb Catto drained a 3 to put FGC out front 55-54 with 4:47 remaining. Treacy quickly answered with a jumper and the Colonials held on for the win.
Zach Scott had 14 points for the Eagles (2-10) who lost their fifth straight game.
Game Information
- Referees:
- Brian Shey
- John Atanassov
- Josue Nieves
2024-25 Horizon League Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland State | 11-1 | - | 17-6 |
| Milwaukee | 8-3 | 2.5 | 15-7 |
| Robert Morris | 8-4 | 3 | 16-7 |
| Purdue Fort Wayne | 8-4 | 3 | 15-8 |
| Youngstown State | 8-5 | 3.5 | 14-10 |
| Oakland | 7-6 | 4.5 | 10-14 |
| Wright State | 5-7 | 6 | 11-12 |
| Northern Kentucky | 5-7 | 6 | 10-13 |
| IU Indianapolis | 4-9 | 7.5 | 8-16 |
| Detroit Mercy | 4-9 | 7.5 | 8-16 |
| Green Bay | 0-13 | 11.5 | 2-22 |
2024-25 ASUN Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida Gulf Coast | 8-2 | - | 13-10 |
| North Alabama | 7-3 | 1 | 15-8 |
| Lipscomb | 7-3 | 1 | 15-8 |
| Queens University | 7-3 | 1 | 14-9 |
| Jacksonville | 7-3 | 1 | 13-9 |
| Eastern Kentucky | 6-4 | 2 | 12-11 |
| North Florida | 5-5 | 3 | 12-11 |
| Stetson | 5-5 | 3 | 7-16 |
| Austin Peay | 4-6 | 4 | 9-14 |
| Central Arkansas | 2-8 | 6 | 6-17 |
| West Georgia | 2-8 | 6 | 4-19 |
| Bellarmine | 0-10 | 8 | 3-20 |
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