AMHERST, Mass. — On Wednesday night, Central Connecticut State picked up a hard-fought 73-69 win over UMass, fueled by a standout performance from Devin Haid, who contributed 18 points to the team’s effort.

Haid’s impressive stats also included seven rebounds, showcasing his all-around play for the Blue Devils, who are now 5-3 on the season. Team-mate Jayden Brown supported the cause with 12 points, completing 5 of 11 shots from the field, including a lone successful three-pointer from his four attempts. He also collected six rebounds to aid the team’s performance. Joe Ostrowsky chipped in 10 points by hitting 4 out of 9 attempts, two of which came from beyond the three-point line.

For the Minutemen, Daniel Rivera stood out with a strong showing, registering a double-double with 19 points and 10 rebounds. Rahsool Diggins made notable contributions as well, adding 14 points to UMass’s scoring efforts, and Jaylen Curry finished with 10 points.

The first half concluded with Central Connecticut State narrowly leading UMass, 33-31. Brown was particularly effective during this period, scoring nine points to help maintain the lead, while Haid excelled in the second half, adding 13 points to his tally.

This match showcased the competitive spirit of both teams as they battled hard each possession in an exciting college basketball clash.