TEANECK, N.J. — In an exhilarating game on Thursday night, Jameel Morris led Fairleigh Dickinson with a stellar performance, scoring 20 points as they triumphed over Le Moyne with a final score of 78-74.

Morris was not just effective in scoring; he also made a significant impact defensively with six steals for the Knights, who now hold a record of 9-13 overall and 5-2 in the Northeast Conference. Terrence Brown supported the effort with 16 points, showcasing an accurate shooting performance, going 6 of 12 from the floor and hitting 4 of 8 from the free-throw line. Additionally, he contributed eight assists, facilitating several scoring opportunities for his teammates. Jo’el Emanuel also had a solid outing, adding 13 points while shooting 5 of 9 from the field, though he struggled at the charity stripe with a 2 of 7 performance.

On the other side of the court, Dwayne Koroma turned in a notable double-double for the Dolphins, amassing 21 points and securing 15 rebounds along with two steals. His performance kept Le Moyne competitive throughout the game. AJ Dancier and Nate Fouts both played pivotal roles as well, each contributing 13 points to the team’s efforts.

Looking ahead, both Fairleigh Dickinson and Le Moyne are set to compete again on Saturday. Fairleigh Dickinson will be hosting Mercyhurst, while Le Moyne heads out for an away game against Wagner. The upcoming matches will be crucial as both teams aim to improve their standings as the season progresses.