MAAC Tournament - Marist vs Niagara Wrap - Marist Wins 73-61
MAAC Tournament - Marist vs Niagara Wrap - Marist Wins 73-61
Marist grabbed a 73-61 win over Niagara on Friday, behind a 13-point effort from Jay Bowie at Arena at Harbor Yards.
Marist was a 4.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Marist got 12 points from Candon Rusin and another 10 points from Dorvell Carter. Dorvell Carter contributed 6 assists, while Jay Bowie cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Niagara got a 28-point performance from Anthony Nelson, who was supported by 8 points from Marvin Jordan. Marvin Jordan had 2 assists in a losing cause for Niagara, while Scooter Gillette grabbed 9 rebounds.
Marist hit the break leading 29-26 before taking care of business in the second half.
Niagara won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 40-38.
