ncaab Game Recap
Iona vs Canisius Final: 72-65 - Recap
Iona earned a 72-65 victory over Canisius on Friday, getting 16 points from Tyson Jolly at Hynes Athletics Center.
Iona won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -15.0-point spread.
Elijah Joiner had 16 points for Iona and Osborn Shema chipped in with 11 points. Tyson Jolly had 7 assists for them, while Elijah Joiner was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.
Canisius got a 22-point performance from Malek Green, who was supported by 12 points from Jacco Fritz. Ahamadou Fofana had 3 assists in a losing cause for Canisius, while Jacco Fritz grabbed 10 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Iona were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Canisius had a 34-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Iona looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Rider. Canisius will aim to get back on the winning track at Quinnipiac.