UMass Lowell defeats Binghamton 68-73
UMass Lowell Edges Binghamton in Thrilling Conference Showdown
The Events Center in Binghamton played host to a thrilling conference matchup between UMass Lowell and Binghamton, with the visiting Rangers emerging victorious 73-68. The closely contested affair showcased the strengths of both teams, but ultimately, it was UMass Lowell's ability to weather the storm that proved decisive.
As the second half got underway, UMass Lowell took control, outscoring their hosts by an 18-point margin to assume a 45-36 halftime lead. Binghamton struggled to contain the Rangers' high-powered offense in the first period, as they shot 47% from the field and capitalized on 11 UMass Lowell turnovers.
Despite falling behind, Binghamton refused to give up. The Bearcats staged an impressive comeback in the second half, narrowing their deficit to just three points with six minutes remaining. However, a strong defensive display by UMass Lowell sealed the victory, as they held their opponents without a field goal over the final 3:40.
The Rangers' high-powered offense was led by Xavier Spencer, who scored 18 points on 4-6 three-point shooting and 60% from the field. Spencer's accuracy from beyond the arc proved pivotal in the game, helping to propel UMass Lowell ahead by as many as 13 points early in the second half.
On the other end of the court, Jeremiah Quigley led Binghamton with 18 points on 5-1 three-point shooting and a robust 60% field goal percentage. Quigley's impressive all-around performance was matched by Wes Peterson Jr., who added 9 rebounds to his tally of 13 points.
In the end, UMass Lowell's defense proved too much for Binghamton, as they outscored their opponents in the paint (30-40) and capitalized on more turnovers. The Rangers' victory marked a significant statement from the team, showcasing their ability to win on the road against conference foes.
Statistical Breakdown
UMass Lowell: 23/49 FG, 16/33 2PT, 7/16 3PT, 20/30 FT
Binghamton: 25/54 FG, 20/40 2PT, 5/14 3PT, 13/19 FT