Martin scores 24 to lift Monmouth past Rider 77-74 in OT
LAWRENCEVILLE, N.J. -- — Melik Martin had a career-high 24 points as Monmouth narrowly beat Rider 77-74 in overtime on Thursday.
Martin made 10 of 12 shots.
George Papas had 17 points for Monmouth (11-7, 11-6 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference). Deion Hammond added 14 points and Marcus McClary had 12 points and 11 rebounds.
Dwight Murray Jr. had 21 points for the Broncs (5-15, 5-12). Allen Powell added 11 points and Christian Ings had seven rebounds and seven assists.
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2021-22 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Standings
TEAM | CONF | GB | OVR |
---|---|---|---|
Iona | 17-3 | - | 25-8 |
Saint Peter's | 14-6 | 3 | 22-12 |
Siena | 12-8 | 5 | 15-14 |
Monmouth | 11-9 | 6 | 21-13 |
Marist | 9-11 | 8 | 14-16 |
Niagara | 9-11 | 8 | 14-16 |
Manhattan | 8-12 | 9 | 15-15 |
Fairfield | 8-12 | 9 | 15-18 |
Rider | 8-12 | 9 | 14-19 |
Quinnipiac | 7-13 | 10 | 14-17 |
Canisius | 7-13 | 10 | 11-21 |