Niagara 42, at Manhattan 60

NEW YORK (Interstat) — The Manhattan Lady Jaspers erupted for 27 points in a decisive third quarter to overcome a sluggish first half and defeat the winless Niagara Purple Eagles 60-42 in a Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference women’s basketball game on Thursday night at Draddy Gymnasium. The game’s defining stretch began after halftime, with Manhattan trailing 22-16. The Lady Jaspers, who managed just 16 points on poor shooting in the opening half, found their rhythm in a stunning 21-2 run over a six-minute span in the third period. The surge transformed a competitive contest into a comfortable lead, showcasing the… Read more...