Hackettstown, NJ: The Cyclones pulled off a remarkable win at the buzzer to beat the Knights of Neumann University by a score of 86-82. The Cyclones' record now sits at 10-13 (4-6 AEC).
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Trailing by seven at halftime, the Clones rallied behind standout performances from
Darnelle Forrest and
Kenneth Rankin. Forrest led all scorers with 26 points, shooting 11-for-20 from the field while adding six rebounds and three steals. Rankin chipped in 13 points and seven rebounds. The Cyclones dominated the paint with 44 points and capitalized on 20 points off turnovers, which were key factors in their rally. Forrest's fast-break layup with just over three minutes left gave the Clones a late lead. With .4 seconds remaining.
Naire Preston would hit the game-winner. A technical foul following that basket would seal the victory for the Cyclones.
Game Standouts
- Darnelle Forrest: 26 PTS, 6 REB, 4 AST, 3 STL
- Justin Carbone: 18 PTS, 2 STL
- Kenneth Rankin: 13 PTS, 7 REB
- Jasir Lane: 6 PTS, 10 REB, 3 AST, 1 BLK
- Naire Preston: 10 PTS, 4 REB, 3 AST, 2 BLK, game-winner
Up Next
The Clones will look to carry this momentum into their game against Immaculata on Saturday.