Amir Lindsey anchored the Fordham Rams’ offense with a game-high 20 points and eight assists, leading his team to a 78-72 victory over the Iona Gaels on Tuesday night in New York. The Rams (2-1) controlled the early stages, holding a 43-37 lead at halftime after Lindsey scored 13 points in the first two periods. While Iona fought back to close the gap, Fordham’s defensive intensity and offensive execution in the final minutes proved decisive, securing their second win of the season.
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The turning point arrived with 6:16 remaining in the fourth quarter, when Fordham unleashed a 13-0 run to erase a one-point deficit and establish a commanding 69-57 lead. This surge, fueled by Lindsey’s playmaking and contributions from Abass Bodija, who added eight points in the second half, effectively ended the contest. Other key contributors for the Rams included Akira Jacobs, who shot 4-for-7 from the field and 3-for-5 from three-point range for 12 points, and Lateef Patrick, who finished with 13 points on 5-of-14 shooting.
For the Iona Gaels (2-2), Keyshawn Mitchell delivered a double-double with 16 points and 12 rebounds, while also recording two steals. Kosy Akametu matched Mitchell’s scoring output with 16 points and three steals, and Ore Odutayo added 13 points and six rebounds. Despite a solid effort from their frontcourt, Iona could not overcome Fordham’s late-game surge. Both teams return to action on Friday, with Fordham hosting LIU and Iona traveling to face Hofstra.
Source: Yahoo Sports
