Late Three Lifts Quinnipiac Over Niagara in Defensive Struggle

HAMDEN, Conn. (Interstat) — Grant Randall hit a 3-pointer with three seconds remaining Saturday to lift Quinnipiac to a 56-55 men’s basketball victory over Niagara at TD Bank Sports Center. The Bobcats squandered a 12-point halftime lead before Randall’s game-winner.

Quinnipiac led 36-24 at halftime but was outscored 31-20 after intermission. Amarri Monroe led the Bobcats with 15 points and 11 rebounds. Will Shortt paced Niagara with 14 points and 11 rebounds.

Both teams struggled offensively, combining to shoot just 31.2% from the floor. Quinnipiac improved to 17-9, while Niagara fell to 6-18.