BALTIMORE — In an exciting matchup, Bryant secured a thrilling victory over UMBC, clinching a 92-86 win on Thursday night. This remarkable win marks the Bulldogs’ seventh consecutive victory of the season.
Connor Withers and Rafael Pinzon were standouts for Bryant, each contributing 18 points to the scoreboard. Withers also showcased his versatility with impressive stats, recording 12 rebounds, six assists, and three steals. On the other hand, Pinzon faced some challenges shooting, finishing the game with 6 of 19 from the field, including just one made 3-pointer from eight attempts, but he managed to convert five of his seven free-throw attempts. Earl Timberlake also made his mark, scoring 16 points while hitting 7 of 15 in field goals, and adding a solid 12 rebounds along with five assists.
For the Retrievers, Marcus Banks was a force to be reckoned with, leading his team with 30 points. Marlon Short supported his effort with 19 points and pulled down eight rebounds. Bryce Johnson rounded out UMBC’s notable contributors with a strong performance, finishing with 16 points and six rebounds.
Looking ahead, both teams will continue their schedules on Saturday, with Bryant traveling to face NJIT while UMBC is set to host UMass-Lowell at home. The upcoming games promise to be essential as each team strives to improve their standings in the league.