Thursday, December 3, 2009

Friars Hold On Despite Huskies Comeback

Providence hit shots from everywhere, shooting 56.4 percent from the field, in a 70-66 win against the Huskies at Matthews Arena on Tuesday night.

Down 13 points with 5 minutes to play, the Huskies still had a chance to win in the final seconds. Trailing 74-72 the Huskies defended the Friars with 1 second left on the shot clock. Jamine Peterson caught the ball and floated it into the basket. But the Huskies still had a chance. The play was drawn out and executed perfectly. Down 76-72, the Huskies had the ball and Manny Adako made a perfect backdoor pass to Chaisson Allen who was open for a layup, but missed it. After a halfcourt buzzer beater, the basketball gods took one away from Allen this time. With that, the Huskies lost 76-72 in front of arguably the biggest crowd at Matthews Arena they have played in front of in their career.

The Friars returned the favor this year, after losing a four point game to the Huskies on their home floor last season. All night long the Friars hit tough, contested shots. While the Huskies struggled, and could not dig themselves out of the hole they created. Matt Janning led the Huskies with 18 points, Manny Adako scored 14, and Nkem Ojougboh recorded a double-double with 12 points and 13 rebounds along with 4 monster blocks(seriously).

Non-conference play is far from over, but the REAL season starts on Saturday when the Huskies open up CAA League play at Drexel. Check back Friday for the Drexel preview.

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