Ross scores 25 to lead Iona past Rider 72-64
LAWRENCEVILLE, N.J. -- — Isaiah Ross had 25 points as Iona beat Rider 72-64 on Saturday night.
Ross made 5 of 6 from 3-point range.
Asante Gist had 15 points and 10 assists for Iona (4-3, 3-1 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference). Nelly Junior Joseph added 13 points and nine rebounds.
Dontrell McQuarter had 20 points and eight rebounds for the Broncs (1-5, 1-3). Dwight Murray Jr. added 15 points and six rebounds. Christian Ings had 10 points.
The Gaels defeated Rider 70-56 last Friday.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Brandon Cruz
- Michael Fortunato
- Michael Nardone
2024-25 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marist | 4-0 | - | 11-2 |
| Merrimack | 4-0 | - | 7-8 |
| Quinnipiac | 3-1 | 1 | 7-8 |
| Mount St. Mary's | 2-1 | 1.5 | 9-5 |
| Manhattan | 2-2 | 2 | 7-6 |
| Siena | 2-2 | 2 | 7-8 |
| Sacred Heart | 2-2 | 2 | 6-9 |
| Iona | 2-2 | 2 | 5-10 |
| Niagara | 1-2 | 2.5 | 6-8 |
| Fairfield | 1-2 | 2.5 | 5-9 |
| Saint Peter's | 0-3 | 3.5 | 5-6 |
| Rider | 0-3 | 3.5 | 4-10 |
| Canisius | 0-3 | 3.5 | 0-14 |
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