ncaab Game Recap
Lafayette Leopards vs American Eagles Wrap - Lafayette Wins 84-79
Paulius Zalys scored 21 points leading Lafayette to a 84-79 victory over American at Bender Arena on Saturday.
Lafayette got 16 points from Alex Petrie and another 13 points from Justin Jaworski. Paulius Zalys contributed 6 assists, while Lukas Jarrett cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
American got a 18-point performance from Sa'eed Nelson, who was supported by 18 points from Stacy Beckton Jr.. Sa'eed Nelson had 5 assists in a losing cause for American, while Stacy Beckton Jr. grabbed 8 rebounds.
Lafayette was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
American won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 40-28.
Lafayette looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Colgate. American will aim to get back on the winning track at Boston University.