| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BU | 27 | 32 | 59 |
| LAF | 43 | 18 | 61 |
Stephens scores 27 to lift Lafayette over Boston U. 61-59
EASTON, Pa. -- E.J. Stephens scored a career-high 27 points and Lafayette held off Boston University's late rally for a 61-59 victory on Wednesday night.
Stephens' 3-pointer gave the Leopards a 59-49 lead with 6:50 remaining. Walter Whyte scored six points and Max Mahoney had four to pull BU to 61-59 with 23 seconds left. Whyte then forced a turnover but the Terriers missed two shots to end it.
Myles Cherry added 10 points for Lafayette (17-9, 9-6 Patriot League).
Whyte finished with 18 points and 10 rebounds for the Terriers (16-12, 10-5). Mahoney had 14 points and 10 rebounds.
The Leopards evened the season series against the Terriers with the win. Boston University defeated Lafayette 73-72 on Jan. 2. Lafayette plays Loyola (Md.) at home on Saturday. Boston University plays American at home on Sunday.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Wally Rutecki
- Ed Corbett Jr.
- Michael Nardone
2024-25 Patriot League Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colgate | 6-1 | - | 9-11 |
| Army | 5-2 | 1 | 11-8 |
| American University | 5-2 | 1 | 11-9 |
| Bucknell | 4-3 | 2 | 8-12 |
| Boston University | 3-4 | 3 | 9-11 |
| Loyola Maryland | 3-4 | 3 | 8-10 |
| Lafayette | 3-4 | 3 | 8-12 |
| Navy | 3-4 | 3 | 6-14 |
| Holy Cross | 2-5 | 4 | 10-10 |
| Lehigh | 1-6 | 5 | 6-12 |
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