ncaab Game Recap
Recap - American Defeats Colgate 81-77
Colgate was burned for 26 points by Matt Rogers on Saturday as American picked up a 81-77 win at Bender Arena.
American got 18 points from Greg Jones and another 15 points from Elijah Stephens. Elijah Stephens contributed 4 assists, while Matt Rogers cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Colgate got a 25-point performance from Jeff Woodward, who was supported by 13 points from Chandler Baker. Jalen Cox had 5 assists in a losing cause for Colgate, while Jeff Woodward grabbed 11 rebounds.
American trailed at halftime, 39-38.
Colgate had a 30-27 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
American looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Lafayette. Colgate will aim to get back on the winning track at Army.