ncaab Game Recap
Iona Gaels vs Monmouth Hawks Recap - Iona Wins 86-85
Iona got 24 points from Elijah Joiner as they ran past Monmouth 86-85 on Tuesday at OceanFirst Bank Center.
Iona won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -3.0-point spread.
Iona got 15 points from Nelly Junior Joseph and another 11 points from Tyson Jolly. Tyson Jolly contributed 5 assists, while Osborn Shema cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Monmouth got a 22-point performance from Walker Miller, who was supported by 21 points from Shavar Reynolds Jr.. George Papas had 6 assists in a losing cause for Monmouth, while Walker Miller grabbed 7 rebounds.
Iona led at halftime, 45-44.
The rebound battle favored Iona as they grabbed 42 boards, while Monmouth only had 32
Iona heads into a battle against Quinnipiac. Monmouth, meanwhile, will have their next action against Fairfield.