| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RID | 31 | 40 | 71 |
| NIA | 28 | 33 | 61 |
James scored 24 points as Rider tops Niagara 71-61
Rider Broncs vs. Niagara Purple Eagles: Game Highlights
Rider Broncs vs. Niagara Purple Eagles: Game Highlights
LEWISTON, N.Y. -- — Mervin James had 24 points in Rider's 71-61 win over Niagara on Friday night.
James had five rebounds for the Broncs (13-16, 10-8 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference). JT Langston Jr. shot 7 of 10 from the field to add 16 points. Tariq Ingraham had nine points and shot 4 of 15 from the field.
The Purple Eagles (14-13, 10-7) were led by Quandre Bullock, who posted 15 points. Ahmad Henderson II added 12 points for Niagara. In addition, Yaw Obeng-Mensah had 11 points.
Both teams next play Sunday. Rider visits Canisius and Niagara squares off against Mount St. Mary's at home.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Lamar Simpson
- A.J. Desai
- Brian Zink
2024-25 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quinnipiac | 7-1 | - | 11-8 |
| Marist | 6-1 | 0.5 | 13-3 |
| Merrimack | 6-1 | 0.5 | 9-9 |
| Mount St. Mary's | 4-3 | 2.5 | 11-7 |
| Manhattan | 3-4 | 3.5 | 8-8 |
| Siena | 3-4 | 3.5 | 8-10 |
| Fairfield | 3-4 | 3.5 | 7-11 |
| Rider | 3-4 | 3.5 | 7-11 |
| Iona | 3-4 | 3.5 | 6-12 |
| Saint Peter's | 2-5 | 4.5 | 7-8 |
| Niagara | 2-5 | 4.5 | 7-11 |
| Sacred Heart | 2-5 | 4.5 | 6-12 |
| Canisius | 2-5 | 4.5 | 2-16 |
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