ncaab Game Recap
Manhattan Defeats Canisius 80-75 - Recap
Manhattan got a 33-point performance from Jose Perez as Manhattan handed Canisius a 80-75 defeat on Sunday at Draddy Gymnasium.
The winning margin fell right on the closing number of -5.0, meaning the game was a push for bettors.
Samir Stewart had 11 points for Manhattan and Elijah Buchanan chipped in with 10 points. Jose Perez had 3 assists for them, while Josh Roberts was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.
Canisius got a 15-point performance from Ahamadou Fofana, who was supported by 13 points from Akrum Ahemed. Jacco Fritz had 4 assists in a losing cause for Canisius, while Ahamadou Fofana grabbed 5 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Manhattan were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Canisius had a 26-25 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Manhattan heads into a battle against Niagara. Canisius, meanwhile, will have their next action against Saint Peter's.