ALBANY, N.Y. — In a thrilling matchup on Tuesday night, the Siena Saints triumphed over the American Eagles with a score of 74-66, bolstered by a remarkable performance from Justice Shoats, who contributed 18 points off the bench.

In addition to his scoring, Shoats showcased his all-around skills by notching six assists and three steals, helping the Saints maintain their perfect season with a record of 3-0. Brendan Coyle also played a crucial role in the victory, scoring 16 points while demonstrating efficiency by connecting on 5 of 7 attempts from the floor, including 3 of 5 from beyond the arc, along with a perfect 3-for-3 at the free-throw line. Peter Carey rounded out the scoring contributions with another 16 points, shooting an impressive 7 of 8 from the field and adding 2 for 4 from the charity stripe.

On the other side, Matt Rogers emerged as the top scorer for the Eagles (1-2), delivering a standout performance with 26 points. Colin Smalls supported the team’s efforts with 11 points, while Elijah Stephens contributed to the offensive output with nine points and four assists. Despite their efforts, the Eagles fell short against a synchronized team effort from Siena.

Siena’s cohesive play and sharp shooting ultimately secured their victory, as they continue to build momentum in their early season campaign. The Saints’ ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities and play robust defense proved crucial in a closely contested game.