By Paul Gotham ST. BONAVENTURE, NY – Marquise Simmons registered a double-double including a career high in points as the St. Bonaventure Bonnies defeated the UMass-Lowell Riverhawks, 67-58 in non-conference action on Bob Lanier Court at the Reilly Center, Tuesday. Trailing by three at half, St. Bonaventure hit 11-of-21 from the floor after the break to improve to 6-2 … [Read more...] about Simmons leads as Bonnies get by UMass-Lowell
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Is GW for real? And other burning questions answered in the A-10 games of the week
Two teams in the top 25, two others getting votes. Let the Atlantic 10 action roll on. Wednesday: Rutgers (4-4) at George Washington (6-1) Coming off wins over Miami and then-No. 20 Creighton, George Washington's Colonials doubled their AP Top 25 votes from one to two (maybe John Feinstein -the only GW vote two weeks ago-knows something others don't). Does G-Dub have to … [Read more...] about Is GW for real? And other burning questions answered in the A-10 games of the week
Maui ’13 takeaways
By Paul Gotham Success in the Maui Invitational usually coincides with March success. The degree to which varies. Kemba Walker and UConn reigned in Hawaii in 2010. The Huskies went on to the national title later that year. Tyler Hansbrough and UNC took the 2008 Maui title and topped Michigan State for the Heels fifth national championship. Jim Boeheim's Syracuse Orange … [Read more...] about Maui ’13 takeaways
Fordham Rams use seven to defeat rival Manhattan Jaspers
Playing zone defense keeps tight rotation on floor for Fordham By Joe Manganiello BRONX, N.Y. -- Sophomore Jermaine Myers made his second consecutive start for the Rams, playing 29 minutes and adding three assists in the 79-75 victory over Manhattan. He is arguably the Ram that has most benefited from a depleted roster, as Fordham has seen junior Ryan Canty leave the … [Read more...] about Fordham Rams use seven to defeat rival Manhattan Jaspers
Eight reasons to watch the Old Spice Classic
A pair of ranked teams and four squads who saw post-season action last year are among the eight who will converge at Lake Buena Vista in the shadow of the Magic Kingdom for a dozen contests and give fans a holiday hoops feast. Here are eight prime reasons to feast on the 2013 Old Spice Classic: 1. Marcus Smart - if you haven't already, you will want to Get Smart on your … [Read more...] about Eight reasons to watch the Old Spice Classic