Filipovity scores 20, Maine takes down NJIT 70-64
NEWARK, N.J. -- — Peter Filipovity scored 20 points as Maine beat NJIT 70-64 on Saturday.
Filipovity also contributed 13 rebounds for the Black Bears (9-10, 1/3 America East Conference). Kellen Tynes added 12 points while shooting 4 for 11 (0 for 3 from 3-point range) and 4 of 5 from the free throw line, and he also had eight rebounds, five assists, and five steals. Adam Cisse had 12 points and was 4 of 5 shooting and 4 of 5 from the free throw line. The victory broke a six-game losing streak for the Black Bears.
Mekhi Gray led the Highlanders (4-13, 0-5) in scoring, finishing with 21 points. Tariq Francis added 18 points, six rebounds and four assists for NJIT. In addition, Kjell de Graaf had 11 points and two blocks.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Ryan Corbett
- Vasili Mallios
- Josh Anderson
2023-24 America East Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vermont | 15-1 | - | 28-7 |
| UMass Lowell | 11-5 | 4 | 22-10 |
| Bryant | 11-5 | 4 | 20-13 |
| New Hampshire | 7-9 | 8 | 16-15 |
| Binghamton | 7-9 | 8 | 15-15 |
| Maine | 7-9 | 8 | 15-17 |
| UMBC | 6-10 | 9 | 11-21 |
| UAlbany | 5-11 | 10 | 13-19 |
| NJIT | 3-13 | 12 | 7-21 |
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