Men's Basketball vs Niagara College (Canada)

Men's Basketball vs Niagara College (Canada)

The JCC Jayhawks (NJCAA Div II, 14-2) hosted the Knights of Niagara College (Canada).  The Jayhawks controlled the first half, taking a 14 point lead as the first half ended 52-38 Jayhawks.  The Jayhawks were in the drivers seat to cruise to an easy victory but the Jayhawks turned the ball over which gave the Knights the opportunity to get back in the game with points off of Jayhawk turnovers.  The Jayhawks remained calm during the Knights climb back into the contest and despite being outscored 41-35, the Jayhawks took advantage of the clock and time ran out on the Knights comeback hopes as the Jayhawks were victorious 87-79.  The Jayhawks were led by #22 Samuel Joseph 's (Brooklyn) 21 points, 3 steals, and 3 rebounds; #24 Rakim Lesane 's (Coney Island) 13 points, 3 steals, and 3 assists; #4 Michael Bush 's (Harlem) 12 points (FG 4-4, 3PT 2-2, FT 2-2) and 3 rebounds; #21 Kyle Taylor-Mcleggan 's (Harlem) 10 points and 5 rebounds; and #34 Noah Whalen 's (Buffalo) 7 points and 3 rebounds.  

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