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Rucker Scores 34 as Army Tops Le Moyne 103-100 in Triple Overtime

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In an exhilarating matchup on Tuesday night, Jalen Rucker emerged as a standout player for Army, scoring an impressive 34 points, and Ryan Curry sealed the victory with a decisive three-pointer in the final moments of a thrilling triple overtime game, leading the Black Knights to a 103-100 triumph over Le Moyne in Syracuse, New York.

Rucker not only dominated on the offensive end but also contributed significantly across the board, finishing with 13 rebounds, five assists, and six steals. His performance was instrumental in securing the victory for the Black Knights, who improved to a record of 5-3. Along with Rucker, Josh Scovens also made a notable impact, posting 24 points and grabbing 10 rebounds. Curry, showcasing his shooting prowess, recorded 24 points after connecting on 10 of 18 attempts from the field, including four from beyond the arc.

The Dolphins, now at 3-7, had a strong performance as well, led by Dwayne Koroma, who tallied 19 points and 15 rebounds, complemented by two steals. Zek Tekin matched Koroma’s scoring output, adding 19 points, along with seven rebounds, five assists, and three steals. Nate Fouts contributed 17 points and six rebounds, rounding out a solid effort from the Le Moyne squad.

As the game reached its climax, it was Koroma who managed to tie it all up with a layup just four seconds before the end of regulation, bringing the score to 73-73 and setting the stage for the intense overtime periods that followed.