1 | 2 | T | |
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BUCK | 27 | 33 | 60 |
AMER | 27 | 34 | 61 |
Nelson's 3 at the buzzer puts American past Bucknell 61-60
WASHINGTON -- Connor Nelson hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer to put American over Bucknell 61-60 on Wednesday night.
The teams were tied 27-all at the break and battled throughout the second half. American trailed 60-58 with seconds to go when Nelson drained the winning 3-pointer as time expired.
Jamir Harris led the Eagles (7-9, 3-2 Patriot League) with 14 points, Nelson added 13 points and six rebounds.
John Meeks had 14 points and seven rebounds for the Bison (7-11, 3-2). Walter Ellis added 12 points. Avi Toomer had six rebounds.
American matches up against Holy Cross at home on Saturday. Bucknell plays Lehigh at home on Saturday.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Dwayne Gladden
- Justin Porterfield
- Joe Switzer
2024-25 Patriot League Standings
Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
---|---|---|---|
Bucknell | 0-0 | - | 4-2 |
Holy Cross | 0-0 | - | 4-2 |
Army | 0-0 | - | 3-3 |
Loyola Maryland | 0-0 | - | 2-3 |
American University | 0-0 | - | 2-4 |
Boston University | 0-0 | - | 1-4 |
Colgate | 0-0 | - | 1-4 |
Lafayette | 0-0 | - | 1-4 |
Lehigh | 0-0 | - | 1-4 |
Navy | 0-0 | - | 1-4 |