In a thrilling contest, St. Bonaventure emerged victorious over Providence with a final score of 74-70 on Saturday evening, thanks in part to an outstanding performance from Melvin Council Jr., who scored 24 points.

Council also contributed defensively with three steals, showcasing his all-around skills for the Bonnies, who improved their record to 10 wins and 1 loss this season.

Noel Brown played a significant role as well, adding 16 points while hitting 6 out of 11 attempts from the field and converting 4 of his 5 free throw attempts. Alongside his scoring prowess, he secured eight rebounds.

Lajae Jones was another key player for St. Bonaventure, contributing 15 points, exhibiting remarkable accuracy with his shooting—3 of 4 from the floor and a perfect 8 for 8 at the charity stripe.

On the other side, the Friars were led by Wesley Cardet Jr., who notched up 13 points. In addition, Jayden Pierre made his mark with 12 points, coupled with four assists and two blocked shots. Corey Floyd Jr. also contributed to the team’s efforts, adding 10 points to Providence’s total.

The close nature of the game highlighted the competitive spirit and resilience of both squads, making it an exciting matchup for the fans present.