ncaab Game Recap
Saint Peter's vs Niagara Final: 53-49 - Recap
Saint Peter's earned a 53-49 victory over Niagara on Saturday, getting 15 points from KC Ndefo at Yanitelli Center.
Saint Peter's won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -8.5-point spread.
Saint Peter's got 14 points from Fousseyni Drame and another 7 points from Daryl Banks III. Marty Silvera contributed 3 assists, while Fousseyni Drame cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Niagara got a 15-point performance from Marcus Hammond, who was supported by 11 points from Kobi Nwandu. Kobi Nwandu had 3 assists in a losing cause for Niagara, while Greg Kuakumensah grabbed 7 rebounds.
Saint Peter's was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Saint Peter's as they grabbed 39 boards, while Niagara only had 31
Saint Peter's heads into a battle against Monmouth. Niagara, meanwhile, will have their next action against Fairfield.