ncaab Game Recap
Monmouth Falls 71-67 to Princeton - Recap
Princeton grabbed a 71-67 win over Monmouth on Tuesday, behind a 23-point effort from Xaivian Lee at L. Stockwell Jadwin Gymnasium.
Princeton won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -14.0-point spread.
Princeton got 14 points from Blake Peters and another 11 points from Dalen Davis. Xaivian Lee contributed 6 assists, while Caden Pierce cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.
Monmouth got a 26-point performance from Abdi Bashir Jr., who was supported by 14 points from Madison Durr. Madison Durr had 4 assists in a losing cause for Monmouth, while Jaret Valencia grabbed 6 rebounds.
Princeton was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Princeton had a 24-23 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Princeton takes its act on the road to face Rutgers looking for another win. For Monmouth, they head home to face Fairfield.