ncaab Game Recap< BACK

Marist Falls 70-61 to Fairfield - Recap

Fairfield grabbed a 70-61 win over Marist on Friday, behind a 21-point effort from Caleb Fields at McCann Center.

Bettors who backed Fairfield were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -1.5 at sportsbooks.

Fairfield got 21 points from TJ Long and another 11 points from Allan Jeanne-Rose. Caleb Fields contributed 4 assists, while Supreme Cook cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.

Marist got 13 points from Patrick Gardner in a losing cause and another 11 points from Javon Cooley. Noah Harris contributed 4 assists for them, while Jaden Daughtry had 7 rebounds.

Fairfield was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Fairfield had a 30-24 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Next game, Fairfield takes its act home to face Manhattan looking for another win. For Marist, they head home to face Niagara.