ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Niagara Defeats Fairfield 81-61
Fairfield was run off the court by Niagara on Saturday as they blasted them 81-61 at Gallagher Center.
Niagara won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -5.0-point spread as favorites.
Marcus Hammond had 24 points for Niagara and Kobi Nwandu chipped in with 17 points. Marcus Hammond had 3 assists for them, while Marcus Hammond was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Fairfield got a 18-point performance from Taj Benning, who was supported by 16 points from Jalen Leach. Jalen Leach had 4 assists in a losing cause for Fairfield, while Zach Crisler grabbed 7 rebounds.
Niagara led at halftime, $HalfScore.
Fairfield had a 33-26 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Niagara takes its act on the road to face Albany looking for another win. For Fairfield, they head home to face Rider.