NEWARK, Del. — In an exciting matchup on Thursday night, Drexel emerged victorious over Delaware with a final score of 78-74, thanks in large part to Jason Drake’s impressive performance, which included 14 points and six assists. The Dragons improved to a record of 14 wins and 14 losses, with a 6-9 standing in the Coastal Athletic Association.

Kobe Magee contributed significantly to Drexel’s success, scoring 13 points while hitting 6 of 9 attempts from the field, although he only managed 1 of 4 from three-point range. Additionally, he recorded seven rebounds. Victor Panov also had a noteworthy game, finishing with 13 points, demonstrating accuracy by making 5 of his 6 shots.

On the opposing side, the Fighting Blue Hens were led by Niels Lane, who topped the scoring charts with 18 points. John Camden also played well, contributing 15 points to his team’s effort along with three steals. Izaiah Pasha rounded out the team’s strong performance by scoring 14 points and supplying nine assists and three steals.

Drexel showcased a robust first-half performance, with Panov scoring 11 points before halftime, resulting in a 44-35 lead at the break. The Dragons then extended their advantage with a significant 7-0 run in the second half, allowing them to go ahead 72-61 with just over six minutes remaining in the game.

Looking ahead, both teams are set to return to the court on Saturday, with Drexel hosting Charleston while Delaware will face Hofstra at home.