Gordon scores 32 to help Iona fend off Niagara 74-71
Wheza Panzo blocks game-tying trey attempt to help Iona edge Niagara
Ahmad Henderson II attempts a game-tying 3-pointer, but Wheza Panzo rises for a key block to help Iona win 74-71.
LEWISTON, N.Y. -- — Greg Gordon scored 32 points to help Iona hold off Niagara 74-71 on Thursday night.
Gordon added 10 rebounds for the Gaels (12-10, 7-4 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference). Jean Aranguren was 4 of 8 shooting and 5 of 5 from the free throw line to add 14 points. Joel Brown was 3 of 4 shooting and 5 of 8 from the free throw line to finish with 12 points.
Quandre Bullock led the Purple Eagles (12-11, 8-5) with 22 points. Braxton Bayless had 13 points and five assists. Harlan Obioha scored 11 and blocked two shots.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Pat Driscoll
- Brandon Cruz
- Ed Corbett Jr.
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 | 4-8 |
| Canisius | 0-2 | 2 | 0-13 |
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