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
2024-25 America East Conference Standings
Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
---|---|---|---|
Bryant | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
UAlbany | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
UMass Lowell | 0-0 | - | 3-2 |
UMBC | 0-0 | - | 3-3 |
Maine | 0-0 | - | 2-3 |
Vermont | 0-0 | - | 2-3 |
Binghamton | 0-0 | - | 2-4 |
New Hampshire | 0-0 | - | 2-6 |
NJIT | 0-0 | - | 0-5 |