ncaab Game Recap
Monmouth Hawks vs Manhattan Jaspers Wrap - Monmouth Wins 76-69
Monmouth grabbed a 76-69 win over Manhattan on Sunday, behind a 21-point effort from Myles Ruth at Draddy Gymnasium.
Monmouth won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the +5.5-point spread as underdogs.
Jack Collins had 12 points for Monmouth and Tahron Allen chipped in with 12 points. Myles Foster had 4 assists for them, while Jayden Doyle was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
Manhattan got a 21-point performance from Ant Nelson, who was supported by 16 points from Marques Watson. Samir Stewart had 3 assists in a losing cause for Manhattan, while Josh Roberts grabbed 11 rebounds.
Monmouth led at halftime, 44-30.
Monmouth had a 29-27 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Monmouth looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Princeton. Manhattan will aim to get back on the winning track at Providence.