UMass Lowell topped Bryant in a basketball clash on Thursday, winning 88-69 at the Kennedy Family Athletic Center. This victory marks a season sweep for the River Hawks against the Bulldogs.
Bryant now stands at 8-17 overall and 4-7 in league play. They will face Vermont on Saturday in Burlington, with the game airing on NESN.
The River Hawks displayed impressive shooting, hitting 54% from the field and 47% from three-point range. Angel Montas Jr. led the charge with 24 points, followed closely by Darryl Yepdo and Xavier Spencer, who each scored 22. They kicked off the game strong, starting 13-of-19 in the first eight minutes and 10-of-12 in the first nine minutes of the second half.
Keegan Harvey shone for Bryant with a career-high 28 points. He shot 9-of-14 overall, draining 3-of-5 from beyond the arc, and grabbed 10 rebounds for a double-double. Timofei Rudovskii chipped in 11 points, while Khalil Williams added 10.
Key game highlights include UMass Lowell’s explosive start to the second half with a 27-14 run, propelling them to a comfortable lead. Although Bryant struggled initially, they fought back to close the gap by halftime.
Players’ Performance
- Keegan Harvey: 28 points, 10 rebounds, career-high.
- Angel Montas Jr.: 24 points.
- Darryl Yepdo: 22 points.
- Xavier Spencer: 22 points.
The stats tell the story: Bryant hit 43.9% of their shots while UMass Lowell was more efficient at 54%. The River Hawks also dominated in the paint, outscoring Bryant 42-30.
Game Insights
The win adds to the growing trend of UMass Lowell’s success over Bryant, with the Bulldogs now 2-7 against them at the Division I level. Interestingly, this season hasn’t been kind to Bryant on the road, with only one win in 13 games.
Social media buzz around the game highlighted Harvey’s standout performance. Fans reacted positively, celebrating his career milestone and the team’s efforts to stay competitive despite the loss.
Looking Ahead
Bryant’s next challenge comes against Vermont, an opportunity for redemption after this tough game. As they gear up for the match, all eyes will be on how they can bounce back and execute better on the road.
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