Peterson scores 16 to lead Rice over East Carolina 77-69
NASSAU, Bahamas -- Drew Peterson totaled 16 points, six rebounds and four assists to lead Rice past East Carolina 77-69 in the Islands of the Bahamas Showcase on Sunday.
Ako Adams had 15 points for the Owls (6-3), who earned their fourth straight victory on the road. Robert Martin added 14 points and seven rebounds, while Chris Mullins scored 11.
Tyrie Jackson topped the Pirates (2-5) with 22 points. Jayden Gardner and Brandon Suggs added 18 and 12 points, respectively.
Rice shot 45% from the floor, including 30% from 3-point range (8 of 27) and hit 21 of 29 free throws. East Carolina shot 40% overall but just 6% percent from distance (1 of 18). The Pirates made 16 of 22 foul shots.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Tim Gattis
- Mick Fieldbinder
- Ryan McCarty
2024-25 American Athletic Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis | 0-0 | - | 4-0 |
| Wichita State | 0-0 | - | 4-0 |
| East Carolina | 0-0 | - | 5-1 |
| North Texas | 0-0 | - | 4-1 |
| Rice | 0-0 | - | 4-1 |
| Tulane | 0-0 | - | 4-1 |
| Charlotte | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
| Temple | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
| Tulsa | 0-0 | - | 3-2 |
| Florida Atlantic | 0-0 | - | 4-3 |
| South Florida | 0-0 | - | 3-3 |
| UAB | 0-0 | - | 3-3 |
| UTSA | 0-0 | - | 1-2 |
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