Blazers Shock Men’s Basketball 76-58

NASHUA, NH: Rivier men's basketball fell in conference action to Elms College this afternoon.

THE BASICS:

- Date: 1/14/23

- Score: Elms 76, Rivier 58

- Records: Elms (2-13, 1-7 GNAC), Rivier (2-14, 0-8 GNAC)

HOW IT HAPPENED:

-  The Blazers took just a two-point lead into the half after a competitive first. However, Elms would come out after the break and find their groove offensively and outscore the Raiders 45-29 in the second half.

- The Blazers had two athletes score over 20 points. Jake Midura dropped 22 points, along with five boards. Tahquell Cadle finished with a double-double of 21 points and 16 rebounds. Jaijuan Macklin also contributed a double-double of 18 points and 11 rebounds.

- The Raiders were led by Nikolas Pignone (Stoneham, MA), who finished with 12 points. Robinson Baguidy (Goffstown, NH) had ten points in the effort.

INSIDE THE NUMBERS:

-  Rebounds: Elms 56, Rivier 28

-  Assists: Elms 13, Rivier 12

-  Shooting Percentage: Elms 40.3%, Rivier 34.5%

UP NEXT:

- Rivier men's basketball will be on the road on Tuesday at Colby-Sawyer College for another GNAC matchup at 7:30 pm.

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