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Niagara Purple Eagles vs Marist Red Foxes Recap - Niagara Wins 86-72
Niagara got 23 points from Marcus Hammond as they ran past Marist 86-72 on Saturday at McCann Center.
Niagara won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -1.0-point spread as favorites.
Niagara got 15 points from Nick MacDonald and another 14 points from Raheem Solomon. Justin Roberts contributed 3 assists, while Raheem Solomon cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
Marist got a 19-point performance from Ricardo Wright, who was supported by 17 points from Jordan Jones. Raheim Sullivan had 5 assists in a losing cause for Marist, while Jordan Jones grabbed 6 rebounds.
Niagara led at halftime, 51-38.
Niagara won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 30-28.
Niagara looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Rider. Marist will aim to get back on the winning track at Monmouth.