Keith Richards emerged as the offensive engine for the Morgan State Bears, pouring in 22 points to lead his team to a decisive 73-67 victory over Niagara on Saturday in Lewiston, New York. Richards displayed exceptional efficiency from beyond the arc, converting five of his eight three-point attempts, while also demonstrating composure at the charity stripe by sinking all seven of his free throws. His performance was pivotal in establishing an early lead that the Bears managed to protect throughout the contest, securing their third consecutive win to start the season.
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Supporting Richards was a robust contribution from Alfred Worrell Jr., who recorded a double-double with 20 points and eight rebounds, providing the interior presence necessary to counter Niagara’s frontcourt. Oliver Spence also played a crucial role, finishing with 12 points on efficient 4-of-5 shooting from the field and 4-of-6 from the free-throw line. This balanced scoring attack allowed Morgan State to control the pace of the game, limiting Niagara’s opportunities to mount a late-game comeback despite their efforts to stay within striking distance.
For Niagara, the Purple Eagles (0-2) received a strong effort from Ruey Ruey, who led the team with 15 points, while Fidel Rotta added 12 points and eight rebounds. However, the loss extends their early-season struggles, and they will look to bounce back on Thursday when they travel to face Bowling Green. Morgan State, riding high on their undefeated 3-0 record, will test their depth against UMBC in their next outing, also scheduled for Thursday. Both teams aim to reset their momentum heading into the mid-week slate of games.
Source: Yahoo Sports
