Iona secures 80-78 win over Rider

Published Mar. 4, 2023 9:58 p.m. ET

Associated Press

LAWRENCEVILLE, N.J. (AP) — Daniss Jenkins scored seven of his 22 points in the final two minutes to help Iona defeat Rider 80-78 on Saturday night.

Jenkins added six assists for the Gaels (24-7, 17-3 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference). Walter Clayton Jr. was 7 of 17 shooting (3 for 5 from distance) to add 17 points. Berrick JeanLouis shot 4 of 5 from the field and 3 for 4 from the line to finish with 12 points. The Gaels picked up their 11th straight victory.

Mervin James led the way for the Broncs (16-13, 13-7) with 15 points and two blocks. Zahrion Blue added 15 points for Rider. Allen Betrand also put up 15 points.

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