DETROIT — In a thrilling encounter on Thursday, Detroit Mercy edged out Purdue Fort Wayne with a narrow victory of 79-78, thanks in large part to Legend Geeter’s stellar performance, finishing the game with 22 points.

Geeter was instrumental not only in scoring but also on the boards, securing nine rebounds for the Titans, who improved their overall record to 5-5 and kicked off their Horizon League campaign with a win, now standing at 1-0.

Orlando Lovejoy contributed significantly to the team’s success by netting 18 points. He demonstrated accuracy with an impressive shooting performance, going 8 of 15 from the field, while also facilitating his teammates with nine assists. Emmanuel Kuac added depth to the scoring, finishing with 11 points and making two of his six attempts from beyond the arc.

For the Mastodons, Jalen Jackson was a standout player, putting up 17 points along with four assists and two steals, aiding his team’s overall performance. Teammate Rasheed Bello matched Jackson’s scoring with another 17 points and dished out four assists of his own. Corey Hadnot II chipped in as well, contributing 10 points to the total.

Overall, this match was a close contest that showcased the talents of both teams, marking a significant victory for Detroit Mercy as they navigate their league schedule.