A defensive struggle can be expected from the Maine Black Bears (8-16) and Massachusetts-Lowell River Hawks (9-15) when two of the nation’s top scoring defenses battle it out at Cross Insurance Center. The game starts at 4:00 pm ET on Thursday, Feb. 11.
The Black Bears were beaten by New Hampshire 88-75 on Monday. Shaun Lawton was the top performer for the Black Bears, contributing 19 points, seven rebounds, and two steals. The River Hawks are coming off a 100-93 win over Vermont on Monday. Jahad Thomas shot 11 for 17 and led in scoring with 27 points.
This will be the second matchup of the season between these two teams. The Black Bears won the first game 95-81. Devine Eke was a top performer in the victory with 25 points, six rebounds, and two blocks.
Notes
The Maine Black Bears average 77.6 possessions per game and .989 points per possession, while the Massachusetts-Lowell River Hawks earn fewer possessions (73.2) but more points per possession (1.031).
The Maine Black Bears average an effective field goal percentage of 50.2% this season. The Massachusetts-Lowell River Hawks have a losing record of 7-12 when opponents have an eFG% of 50.2% or greater.
The Maine Black Bears average 8.7 steals per game (ranked 12th). The Massachusetts-Lowell River Hawks have an abysmal record of 2-9 when they allow at least 8 steals.
