9-15, 2-9 Conference
78
| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUCK | 44 | 34 | 78 |
| AMER | 32 | 39 | 71 |
14-8, 6-5 Conference
71
Bucknell earns 78-71 victory over American
WASHINGTON -- — Xander Rice's 23 points helped Bucknell defeat American 78-71 on Wednesday night.
Rice shot 8 for 13 (4 for 6 from 3-point range) and 3 of 4 from the free throw line for the Bison (9-15, 2-9 Patriot League). Ian Motta scored 16 points and added three steals. Jack Forrest went 6 of 8 from the field to finish with 14 points.
Geoff Sprouse finished with 16 points and two steals for the Eagles (14-8, 6-5). American also got 12 points, eight rebounds and four assists from Matt Rogers. Johnny O'Neil also recorded 10 points, 12 rebounds, four assists and three blocks.
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Game Information
Bender Arena
12:00 AM, 2 February 2023
Washington, DC
Attendance: 632
- Referees:
- Tim Comer
- King Whetstone
- Martin Spencer
2024-25 Patriot League Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bucknell | 0-0 | - | 4-2 |
| Holy Cross | 0-0 | - | 4-2 |
| Army | 0-0 | - | 3-2 |
| Loyola Maryland | 0-0 | - | 2-3 |
| Colgate | 0-0 | - | 1-3 |
| American University | 0-0 | - | 1-4 |
| Boston University | 0-0 | - | 1-4 |
| Lafayette | 0-0 | - | 1-4 |
| Lehigh | 0-0 | - | 1-4 |
| Navy | 0-0 | - | 1-4 |
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