Martin scores 24 to lift Monmouth past Rider 77-74 in OT
LAWRENCEVILLE, N.J. -- — Melik Martin had a career-high 24 points as Monmouth narrowly beat Rider 77-74 in overtime on Thursday.
Martin made 10 of 12 shots.
George Papas had 17 points for Monmouth (11-7, 11-6 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference). Deion Hammond added 14 points and Marcus McClary had 12 points and 11 rebounds.
Dwight Murray Jr. had 21 points for the Broncs (5-15, 5-12). Allen Powell added 11 points and Christian Ings had seven rebounds and seven assists.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Kenneth Clark
- Phil Sallustio Jr.
- Matt Dorn
2024-25 Coastal Athletic Association Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campbell | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Charleston | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Drexel | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Hampton | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Hofstra | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| North Carolina A&T | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Northeastern | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| UNC Wilmington | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| William & Mary | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Delaware | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
| Elon | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
| Monmouth | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
| Stony Brook | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
| Towson | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
2024-25 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount St. Mary's | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Niagara | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Siena | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Merrimack | 0-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Canisius | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
| Fairfield | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
| Iona | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
| Manhattan | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
| Marist | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
| Quinnipiac | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
| Rider | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
| Sacred Heart | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
| Saint Peter's | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
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