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 | 7-1 | - | 17-4 |
North Texas | 7-1 | - | 16-4 |
UAB | 6-2 | 1 | 13-8 |
Temple | 5-3 | 2 | 13-8 |
Tulane | 5-3 | 2 | 11-10 |
East Carolina | 4-4 | 3 | 12-9 |
Florida Atlantic | 4-4 | 3 | 11-10 |
South Florida | 4-4 | 3 | 11-10 |
UTSA | 3-5 | 4 | 9-11 |
Tulsa | 3-5 | 4 | 9-12 |
Rice | 2-6 | 5 | 11-10 |
Wichita State | 1-7 | 6 | 11-10 |
Charlotte | 1-7 | 6 | 8-13 |