NASHUA, NH: Rivier men's basketball cruised past the Lesley University Lynx in the Muldoon in non-conference action today.

THE BASICS:

- Date: 11/20/22

- Score: Rivier 78, Lesley 57

- Records: Rivier (2-4), Lesley (0-5)

HOW IT HAPPENED:

- The Raiders looked hungry for their first home win as they built up an eleven-point lead on the Lynx at halftime. Josef Buford (Atlanta, GA) had the hot hand today, contributing a game-high 29 points on an efficient 10-14 from the field. Buford's defensive prowess translated well to the second half as Robenson Baguidy (Goffstown, NH) gathered two consecutive steals, pushing the Raider lead to a game-high 21 points, which stuck around. Buford helped Nesta Roberts (Manchester, CT) clean the glass this afternoon, each providing 6 of the Raiders' total 44 rebounds.

- Despite falling short, Hezekiah Brown led the way for the Lynx today, putting up 15 points and four rebounds. Lesley shot roughly 31% from the three-point line (10-32) in the contest.

- Riv shot 61.1% from the free throw line (11-18), and Lesley had a free throw shooting percentage of 64.3% (9-14).

INSIDE THE NUMBERS:

- Rebounds: Lesley 36, Rivier 44

- Assists: Lesley 15, Rivier 10

- Shooting Percentage: Lesley 28.8%, Riv 50%

UP NEXT:

- Rivier men's basketball will visit New England College in non-conference play this Tuesday at 5:00 PM.

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