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Jones contributes 17 points as Colgate defeats UNC Wilmington 72-59

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WILMINGTON, N.C. — In a competitive matchup on Wednesday evening, Colgate triumphed over UNC Wilmington with a final score of 72-59, bolstered by impressive performances from Parker Jones and Brady Cummins, who each contributed 17 points to the Raiders’ victory.

Jones also showcased his skills on the boards, securing nine rebounds, while Cummins added five rebounds to his tally. Sam Wright played a key role as well, scoring 14 points and maintaining an efficient shooting performance, connecting on 6 of 10 attempts from the field, including 1 for 4 from beyond the arc.

For the Seahawks, Donovan Newby was a bright spot, finishing the game with 13 points. Additionally, Harlan Obioha offered solid support, contributing 12 points and gathering nine rebounds to help his team.

It was a well-rounded effort for Colgate, with Cummins leading the charge in the first half, where he notched 11 points, enabling his team to hold a lead of 37-29 at halftime. Wright stepped up in the second half, rounding out his performance with another team-high of 11 points to help seal the win.