| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIA | 30 | 29 | 59 |
| MRMK | 24 | 40 | 64 |
Clark's 32 lead Merrimack past Niagara 64-59
Niagara catches defense napping with savvy inbounds pass
Justice Smith inbounds the ball off a Merrimack defender's back to score for Niagara.
NORTH ANDOVER, Mass. -- — Adam Clark's 32 points led Merrimack over Niagara 64-59 on Thursday night.
Clark had seven rebounds and six steals for the Warriors (13-10, 10-2 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference). Sean Trumper scored 13 points while shooting 4 for 9 (0 for 3 from 3-point range) and 5 of 7 from the free-throw line. Bryan Etumnu went 2 of 4 from the field to finish with six points.
The Purple Eagles (8-14, 3-8) were led by Jhaylon Martinez, who posted 13 points and seven rebounds. Josiah Davis added 11 points for Niagara. Justice Smith also had six points, six rebounds, five assists and two steals.
NEXT UP
Both teams next play Saturday. Merrimack hosts Canisius and Niagara goes on the road to play Quinnipiac.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- John Gaffney
- Ryan Corbett
- Tyler Sandmann
2024-25 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrimack | 11-2 | - | 14-10 |
| Marist | 9-2 | 1 | 16-4 |
| Quinnipiac | 10-3 | 1 | 14-10 |
| Iona | 7-5 | 3.5 | 10-13 |
| Sacred Heart | 6-5 | 4 | 10-12 |
| Mount St. Mary's | 6-6 | 4.5 | 13-10 |
| Manhattan | 6-6 | 4.5 | 11-10 |
| Siena | 6-7 | 5 | 11-13 |
| Fairfield | 5-7 | 5.5 | 9-14 |
| Rider | 5-8 | 6 | 9-15 |
| Niagara | 4-8 | 6.5 | 9-14 |
| Saint Peter's | 2-10 | 8.5 | 7-13 |
| Canisius | 2-10 | 8.5 | 2-21 |
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