American University Eagles @ Bucknell Bison
Screen scores 20 to carry Bucknell past American 68-66
LEWISBURG, Pa. -- — Andre Screen tied his career high with 20 points as Bucknell narrowly defeated American 68-66 on Wednesday night.
Elijah Stephens missed a 3-pointer for a chance to win it for American with two seconds left.
Andrew Funk had 16 points for Bucknell (6-19, 3-10 Patriot League). Xander Rice added 11 points. Malachi Rhodes had seven rebounds.
Stacy Beckton Jr. had 18 points and five steals for the Eagles (6-17, 2-9), who have now lost four games in a row. Matt Rogers added 12 points and eight rebounds. Jaxon Knotek had 10 points.
The Bison evened the season series against the Eagles. American defeated Bucknell 63-55 on Jan. 16.
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Game Information
Lewisburg, PA
Referee:James Ostwalt
Referee:Dave Fernandez
Referee:Michael Kitts
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|---|---|---|---|
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| Lehigh | 11-7 | 6 | 18-17 |
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| Loyola Maryland | 8-10 | 9 | 12-20 |
| Lafayette | 8-10 | 9 | 11-21 |
| Bucknell | 6-12 | 11 | 10-23 |
| Army | 5-13 | 12 | 11-21 |
| Holy Cross | 5-13 | 12 | 11-22 |
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