Thomasson guides Niagara to 68-62 victory over Manhattan

LEWISTON, N.Y. (AP) — Noah Thomasson scored 19 points as Niagara beat Manhattan 68-62 on Friday night.

Thomasson added six rebounds for the Purple Eagles (11-9, 6-5 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference). Joe Kasperzyk had 10 points and Sam Iorio scored nine.

Anthony Nelson finished with 16 points and seven assists to lead the Jaspers (6-13, 4-6). Josh Roberts added 14 points and Marques Watson scored nine.

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Both teams play Canisius next, Niagara at home on Friday and Manhattan on the road on Sunday.

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