NEW YORK — In a thrilling matchup on Saturday, the Manhattan Jaspers emerged victorious against the Niagara Purple Eagles with a final score of 72-65. Devin Dinkins and Wesley Robinson each made significant contributions to the win, scoring 20 points apiece.

Dinkins not only excelled in scoring but also contributed six assists, showcasing his ability to facilitate the team’s offense. Robinson made his mark by sinking two 3-pointers, underscoring his sharpshooting skills. Additionally, Masiah Gilyard had a standout performance, contributing 18 points along with 13 rebounds and four steals, further solidifying Manhattan’s dominance in the game.

On the other side, Jahari Williamson led the charge for the Purple Eagles with 17 points, providing a strong offensive presence. Teammate Zion Russell added 11 points, while Justice Smith contributed 10 points and came just shy of a double-double with nine rebounds, working hard to keep Niagara competitive throughout the contest.

With this victory, the Jaspers improved their record to 8-8 overall and 3-4 in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference, while the loss dropped the Purple Eagles to 7-11 on the season and 2-5 in conference play.