Home All News Princeton edged out Northeastern 79-76 thanks to strong performances from Dalen Davis and Malik Abdullahi.

Princeton edged out Northeastern 79-76 thanks to strong performances from Dalen Davis and Malik Abdullahi.

0

“`html
BOSTON — Dalen Davis led the charge for Princeton with an impressive 25 points, while Malik Abdullahi clinched the win for the Tigers with a clutch jumper just five seconds before the final buzzer, sealing a 79-76 victory over Northeastern on Sunday.

Davis showcased his scoring ability by hitting 9 of 18 attempts from the field, which included a solid 4 for 10 from three-point territory, along with a perfect 3 for 3 at the free-throw line. Alongside him, Blake Peters contributed significantly with 18 points, demonstrating his prowess from long range by making 6 of 8 three-point shots. Xaivian Lee added 12 points but had a tougher outing, with 4 for 17 shooting, unable to connect from beyond the arc while going 4 of 6 from the charity stripe.

On the opposing side, Harold Woods was a standout player for the Huskies, delivering a remarkable performance with 27 points and grabbing 13 rebounds. William Kermoury also made a strong contribution with 20 points, while Rashad King dished out 13 assists, adding 8 points to his stat line.

At halftime, Princeton held a narrow lead over Northeastern, up 35-30. Davis was particularly effective in the second half, scoring 15 points to help his team maintain their advantage and secure the win.
“`