| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAN | 32 | 34 | 66 |
| NIA | 34 | 35 | 69 |
Solomon's clutch free throws lift Niagara past Canisius
LEWISTON, N.Y. -- Raheem Solomon made his only two free throws with 31 seconds remaining to help Niagara close out Canisius 69-66 on Wednesday night.
His free throws gave the Purple Eagles (8-16, 6-7 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference) a 67-66 lead. Malik Johnson turned it over on Canisius' following possession, the ball was passed out to Justin Roberts who converted a layup with 20 seconds left.
Following the Golden Griffins' timeout, Scott Hitchon missed a 3-point attempt with 10 seconds left. Johnson grabbed the offensive rebound and threw it out to Jordan Henderson with four seconds remaining and his 3 attempt was off to end the game.
Marcus Henderson led Niagara with 17 points and eight rebounds, James Towns scored 16 and Greg Kuakumensah 12.
Off the bench, Jacco Fritz, a freshman, led Canisius(9-15, 4-9) with career highs scoring 18 points with 12 rebounds. Majesty Brandon scored 14 and Henderson and Hitchon 10 apiece.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Mike Kitts
- Bill McCarthy
- Michael Fortunato
2024-25 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marist | 9-1 | - | 16-3 |
| Quinnipiac | 9-2 | 0.5 | 13-9 |
| Merrimack | 9-2 | 0.5 | 12-10 |
| Mount St. Mary's | 6-5 | 3.5 | 13-9 |
| Iona | 6-5 | 3.5 | 9-13 |
| Sacred Heart | 5-5 | 4 | 9-12 |
| Manhattan | 5-6 | 4.5 | 10-10 |
| Siena | 5-6 | 4.5 | 10-12 |
| Fairfield | 4-7 | 5.5 | 8-14 |
| Rider | 4-7 | 5.5 | 8-14 |
| Niagara | 3-7 | 6 | 8-13 |
| Saint Peter's | 2-8 | 7 | 7-11 |
| Canisius | 2-8 | 7 | 2-19 |
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