Bryn Athyn, Pa. - The Notre Dame of Maryland men's basketball team traveled to face Bryn Athyn College on Monday, Jan. 15, falling to the Lions by a score of 61-56  

The Gators traded baskets early in the first half with Jahbreco Dacosta powering in a layup to give NDMU a 7-4 lead. After another layup by Dacosta, Marquis James swished a 3-pointer to put the Gators up by eight. Dezmyn Nicholson pushed the advantage to ten, hitting a jump shot. The Lions answered back, going on a 17-1 run to take a six-point lead. NDMU slowed the Lions run, but the Gators trailed 26-19 at the half.  

NDMU chipped away at their halftime deficit early in the second half, with back-to-back baskets by K'Won Johnson brought the team within three points. The Gators remained within striking distance, closing within one after a layup in transition by Jackson Pugh. The Lions once again answered back, going on a 10-0 run to stretch their lead back to double digits. NDMU looked to make one last push in the final two minutes. Jalen Yates hit a 3-pointer to close back within six points. After several defensive stands, Cole Matthews hit a 3-pointer to pull within three with :31 seconds remaining. Bryn Athyn hit a pair of free throws to put the game out of reach, securing the victory.  

INSIDE THE NUMBERS 

• Dacosta had a monster game on the boards, finishing with 20 rebounds to go along with a team-high 11 points.  

• Johnson reached double figures, scoring 10 points. 

• Nicholson made an impact off the bench, netting 10 points.  

• The Gators won the battle on the glass, holding a 40-33 edge in rebounds.  

• Bryn Athyn was led by Jalen Parker who finished with 19 points. 

WHO'S NEXT? 
The Gators will return home to face Cairn University on Thursday, Jan. 18. The tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 PM.   

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