Brandon Benjamin scores 23 to help Fairfield secure 83-75 victory over Niagara
Published Jan. 4, 2026 5:22 p.m. ET
Associated Press
LEWISTON, N.Y. (AP) — Brandon Benjamin had 23 points to lead Fairfield to an 83-75 victory over Niagara on Sunday.
Benjamin added nine rebounds and three blocks for the Stags (9-7, 1-4 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference). Deuce Turner shot 5 for 9 (1 for 3 from 3-point range) and 6 of 6 from the free-throw line to add 17 points. Braden Sparks had 15 points.
Justin Page finished with 21 points and two blocks for the Purple Eagles (4-10, 1-3). Niagara also got 12 points, seven rebounds and four blocks from Will Shortt. Landon Williams added 11 points and four assists.
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