Will Sydnor scores 20 points, but Manhattan still loses to Le Moyne
- Manhattan Jaspers lost their last game against the Le Moyne Dolphins with a score of 81-77.
- Will Sydnor was the standout player for Manhattan, scoring 20 points in that game.
- The upcoming game on December 6, 2024, is crucial for both teams to secure a better position in the MAAC standings.
On Friday, December 6, 2024, the Manhattan Jaspers will visit the Saint Peter's Peacocks in Jersey City, New Jersey. This matchup is significant as it marks the first meeting of the season in MAAC play between the two teams. Recently, Manhattan faced a challenging loss to the Le Moyne Dolphins, where they narrowly fell 81-77, despite a standout performance from their player Will Sydnor, who scored 20 points. As a result, Manhattan currently holds a record of 3-4, while Saint Peter's arrives with a slightly better 4-3 record. The Jaspers have struggled especially on the road, losing all three of their away games so far this season. In this upcoming game, Saint Peter's will look to leverage their home advantage, maintaining an unbeaten record in their home games. They are currently ninth in the MAAC in points scored in the paint, averaging 28.3 points per game. Mouhamed Sow leads this category for the Peacocks with an average of 4.0 points in the paint per game. Meanwhile, the Jaspers are also facing their own defensive challenges, allowing a significant number of three-pointers, with Saint Peter's averaging 9.1 successful three-point shots per game—a number that exceeds the 8.1 three-pointers allowed by Manhattan. In terms of player performances, Marcus Randolph has been a key contributor for Saint Peter's, averaging 15.1 points with a shooting percentage of 43.6% from beyond the arc. Will Sydnor stands out for Manhattan as well; he is averaging 14.6 points and contributing 6.6 rebounds per game. As both teams head into this important contest, they will aim to improve their standings in the conference and capitalize on the performance of their leading scorers. The atmosphere in Jersey City is expected to be competitive as both teams vie for a crucial victory. Ultimately, this matchup signifies not only a battle for supremacy within the MAAC but also a crucial turning point for Manhattan as they seek to recover from their recent setbacks, while Saint Peter's looks to solidify their position and take advantage of home-court advantage. The outcome of this game will have implications for both teams’ ongoing performance in the early part of the season.