Screen scores 20 to carry Bucknell past American 68-66
LEWISBURG, Pa. -- — Andre Screen tied his career high with 20 points as Bucknell narrowly defeated American 68-66 on Wednesday night.
Elijah Stephens missed a 3-pointer for a chance to win it for American with two seconds left.
Andrew Funk had 16 points for Bucknell (6-19, 3-10 Patriot League). Xander Rice added 11 points. Malachi Rhodes had seven rebounds.
Stacy Beckton Jr. had 18 points and five steals for the Eagles (6-17, 2-9), who have now lost four games in a row. Matt Rogers added 12 points and eight rebounds. Jaxon Knotek had 10 points.
The Bison evened the season series against the Eagles. American defeated Bucknell 63-55 on Jan. 16.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- James Ostwalt
- Dave Fernandez
- Michael Kitts
2023-24 Patriot League Standings
Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
---|---|---|---|
Colgate | 16-2 | - | 25-10 |
American University | 10-8 | 6 | 16-16 |
Boston University | 10-8 | 6 | 16-17 |
Bucknell | 10-8 | 6 | 14-19 |
Lafayette | 10-8 | 6 | 11-21 |
Lehigh | 9-9 | 7 | 14-18 |
Navy | 8-10 | 8 | 13-18 |
Army | 6-12 | 10 | 10-22 |
Holy Cross | 6-12 | 10 | 10-23 |
Loyola Maryland | 5-13 | 11 | 7-25 |