BURLINGTON, Vt. – The Binghamton men’s basketball team faced off against Vermont in a nail-biting game that ended in a narrow 60-59 loss. Binghamton led for most of the match and had a six-point advantage with just under four minutes left. However, tough calls from referees in the final seconds turned the tide. After a foul put Vermont on the free-throw line, a last-second shot by Binghamton missed, sealing their fate.
Jeremiah Quigley played a standout game, almost achieving the program’s first triple-double in 35 years. He scored 21 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, and dished out eight assists. His free throws in the final minutes gave Binghamton their last lead at 59-58.
Binghamton’s defense was impressive, holding Vermont to 18 points below their usual scoring. However, the second half was tougher for Binghamton, which only managed 23 points after scoring 36 in the first half. Senior Wes Peterson, Jr. also contributed with 11 points.
The game was intense, with eight ties and 13 lead changes, showcasing Binghamton’s competitive spirit. They controlled the first half well, shooting 52% from the field.
Looking ahead, Binghamton will host UMass Lowell on Saturday at 2 p.m.
Insights and Trends
Looking at the current sports landscape, close games like this have become more common. A study by the Sports Analytics Institute indicates that roughly 60% of college basketball games are decided by 10 points or less. This trend showcases the increasing level of competition among teams.
In social media, reactions to the game were mixed, with fans expressing both pride in the team’s performance and frustration over the controversial calls. Platforms like Twitter lit up with posts highlighting Quigley’s near-triple-double and the heart-stopping final moments of the game.
As Binghamton prepares for their next challenge, fans and analysts alike will be tuned in to see if they can turn this close loss into motivation for a win against UMass Lowell. The resilience shown by the Bearcats suggests that they are becoming a team to watch this season.
For further viewing, you can explore this NCAA statistics page for more insights into college basketball and trends.
