UMBC took down Morgan State 85-70 on Thursday night, and Devin Ceaser was absolutely lights out, exploding for 21 points. This isn’t just another game, folks; it’s a major gut punch to Morgan State’s impressive 3-1 start to the season.
Retrievers Light Up The Scoreboard
Ceaser was a problem for Morgan State all night, hitting 7 of 15 from the field. He drained three huge shots from beyond the arc on eight attempts and was clutch from the free-throw line, going 4 for 5. But he wasn’t carrying the load alone. Aidan Able poured in 20 points of his own, burying six three-pointers on 12 attempts. JP Ndong also got in on the action, adding 10 points on an efficient 4 for 6 shooting night. The Retrievers, now sitting at an even 2-2, showed they can put up points in a hurry.
Bears Couldn’t Keep Up
Alfred Worrell Jr. tried to keep the Bears in it, leading his squad with 22 points. He also pulled down six rebounds and swiped two steals, doing everything he could. Keith Richards added 18 points and another six boards, with Khali Horton chipping in nine points. Despite these efforts, Morgan State just couldn’t withstand UMBC’s offensive barrage. Their previously hot 3-1 record now looks a little less shiny after this 85-70 loss.
This win is a huge statement for UMBC, squaring up their record and proving they can be a real threat on offense. For Morgan State, it’s a tough lesson learned. They’ll need to regroup quickly and figure out how to bounce back from this one as the season rolls on.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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