Bucknell defeats Holy Cross 65-62 in Patriot League tourney
LEWISBURG, Pa. -- Andrew Funk recorded 17 points as Bucknell narrowly beat Holy Cross 65-62 in the first round of the Patriot League Conference tournament on Tuesday night.
The Bison advance to face No. 2 seed American on Thursday.
Jimmy Sotos added 14 points for the Bison, who forced a season-high 24 turnovers..
Avi Toomer had 10 points for Bucknell (13-19).
Joe Pridgen had 22 points, 10 rebounds and five assists for the Crusaders (3-29). He also committed 10 turnovers. Matt Faw added 15 points, eight rebounds and three blocks. Connor Niego had 11 rebounds and five assists.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Andrew Maira
- Brian Zink
- Mike Millione
2024-25 Patriot League Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| American University | 13-5 | - | 22-12 |
| Bucknell | 13-5 | - | 18-15 |
| Army | 10-8 | 3 | 16-15 |
| Boston University | 10-8 | 3 | 16-16 |
| Navy | 10-8 | 3 | 15-19 |
| Colgate | 10-8 | 3 | 14-19 |
| Lafayette | 7-11 | 6 | 13-20 |
| Loyola Maryland | 6-12 | 7 | 12-19 |
| Lehigh | 6-12 | 7 | 11-19 |
| Holy Cross | 5-13 | 8 | 13-19 |
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