Nelson's 18 lead Manhattan over Fairfield 56-53
RIVERDALE, N.Y. -- — Anthony Nelson's 18 points helped Manhattan defeat Fairfield 56-53 on Thursday night.
Nelson had five assists and three steals for the Jaspers (3-3). Nick Brennen added 11 points while shooting 4 for 8, including 3 for 4 from beyond the arc, and he also had five rebounds. Samir Stewart recorded 10 points and shot 4 for 9, including 2 for 5 from beyond the arc.
Caleb Fields finished with 12 points and three steals for the Stags (2-6). Jalen Leach added 11 points and six rebounds for Fairfield. Allan Jeanne-Rose also had nine points and eight rebounds.
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Game Information
Draddy Gymnasium
12:00 AM, 2 December 2022
Riverdale, NY
Attendance: 587
2024-25 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marist | 2-0 | - | 8-2 |
| Quinnipiac | 2-0 | - | 5-7 |
| Merrimack | 2-0 | - | 5-8 |
| Mount St. Mary's | 1-1 | 1 | 8-4 |
| Manhattan | 1-1 | 1 | 6-5 |
| Niagara | 1-1 | 1 | 5-7 |
| Fairfield | 1-1 | 1 | 5-7 |
| Siena | 1-1 | 1 | 5-7 |
| Sacred Heart | 1-1 | 1 | 4-8 |
| Iona | 1-1 | 1 | 4-8 |
| Saint Peter's | 0-2 | 2 | 5-5 |
| Rider | 0-2 | 2 | 4-9 |
| Canisius | 0-2 | 2 | 0-13 |
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