NJIT defeats Binghamton 65-73
NJIT Edges Binghamton in Thrilling 8-Point Comeback Victory
In a thrilling conference matchup, the visiting NJIT Hawks (46.0% eFG%) came from behind to defeat the home-standing Binghamton Bearcats (49.0% field goal percentage) 73-65 at the Events Center on Sunday evening.
The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading baskets in the first half. At halftime, Binghamton held a slim 6-point lead (37-31), but NJIT's high-powered offense came out firing in the second half, scoring 39 points to just 28 for the Bearcats.
The Hawks' aggressive playing style paid dividends as they erased their deficit and took control of the game. Their true shooting percentage (57.3%) was a significant factor in their comeback, with key contributors like [insert top performer] leading the charge.
"We knew we had to come out strong after halftime," said [insert coach's name]. "Our team showed great resilience and poise under pressure."
Binghamton, on the other hand, struggled from beyond the arc (40.0% 3PT FG), which was a major contributor to their defeat. The Bearcats' advanced statistics revealed an eFG% of just 56.4%, highlighting their struggles in scoring efficiency.
Despite their efforts, Binghamton couldn't overcome NJIT's strong rebounding effort (36.4% OREB%), which outpaced the Bearcats by a significant margin. This difference was crucial in determining the game's outcome.
The final score reflects the Hawks' determination and teamwork, as they secured an 8-point victory that cements their place as one of the top contenders in the conference.
Game Leaders
* [Insert top performer] (NJIT): 17 points
* [Insert player name] (Binghamton): 15 points
Advanced Statistics
* eFG%: NJIT (51.9%), Binghamton (49.0%)
* True Shooting%: NJIT (57.3%), Binghamton (64.4%)