GARDEN CITY, N.Y. (2/1/25) - The Franklin Pierce men's basketball team faced a tough challenge on the road against first-place Adelphi, falling 96-53 on Saturday afternoon at the Center for Recreation and Sport.

Score: FPU 53, Adelphi 96
Records: FPU (3-18, 2-12 NE10), Adelphi (20-5, 12-2 NE10)
Location: Center for Recreation and Sport, Garden City, N.Y.
Date: Saturday, February 1, 2025

HOW IT HAPPENED:

• Pierce Prendergast (Bayport, N.Y.) knocked down an early three-pointer to keep the Panthers in check, tying the game at 3-3.
• The Ravens struggled offensively in the first half, managing just 17 points while Adelphi caught fire. By halftime, the Panthers had built a commanding 43-17 lead, with Franklin Pierce's 17 points spread among five different players.
• Adelphi maintained its offensive dominance in the second half, extending its lead.
• Donte Pope (Middletown, Conn.) provided a spark after the break, scoring eight points early in the second half.
• Franklin Pierce's bench played a key role, contributing 33 of the team's 53 total points.

BREAKING DOWN THE NUMBERS:

• Nathaniel Smith (Toronto, Ontario) lead the team with 13 points.
• The Ravens shot 30.0% from the field. The Panthers shot 59.3%.
• The Ravens shot 16.7% from three-point range. The Panthers shot 59.4%.
• The Ravens had 30 rebounds while the Panthers had 43.

UP NEXT FOR THE RAVENS: The Franklin Pierce men's basketball team returns to the Fieldhouse for two straight games as they start with SNHU, Wednesday. Tip-off is set for 7:30 PM after the women's game.