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Baker Men's Basketball Team Comes from Behind to Beat Park Pirates 88-80

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The Baker men's basketball team, led by a remarkable 30-point performance from Jalen Patterson, staged an impressive comeback to defeat the Park Pirates 88-80 on Saturday afternoon. Patterson's outstanding show, which included 11-of-18 shooting, four rebounds, four assists, and four steals, propelled the Wildcats to victory. The win marked a significant milestone for Patterson, who now needs only 195 points to move into sixth place all-time in scoring at Baker University. Noah Rigatuso was the only other Baker player to score in double figures, contributing 16 points to the effort.

Key Takeaways:

  • Jalen Patterson's 30-point performance was the highlight of the game, cementing his status as a key player for the Baker men's basketball team.
  • Patterson's scoring efforts have earned him 1,537 points in his career, and he now needs just 195 points to move into sixth place all-time in scoring at Baker University.
  • Baker's Noah Rigatuso also shone with 16 points, demonstrating the team's depth and scoring potential.
  • The Wildcats' rebounding effort was notable, with 10 different players contributing to the team's out-rebounding of Park, 42-29.
  • Korey Jones led the team in rebounds, grabbing a team-high eight boards.
  • Quentin Harvey's three-pointer early in the second half changed the game's momentum, while Braden Griffiths' three-pointer gave Baker the lead at 52-51.
  • Baker's free throw shooting was key, with a late first-half free throw from Justin Batts II helping to close the gap and set up the Wildcats' comeback.
  • The team's defense was crucial in the second half, holding the Pirates scoreless for two minutes and stretching their lead to 10 points.

Statistics:

  • Jalen Patterson scored 30 points on 11-of-18 shooting.
  • Patterson also contributed four rebounds, four assists, and four steals to the team's effort.
  • Baker's Noah Rigatuso scored 16 points.
  • The Wildcats out-rebounded Park 42-29, with Korey Jones leading the team in rebounds with eight boards.
  • Baker held the Pirates scoreless for two minutes in the second half, stretching their lead to 10 points.
  • Baker's largest lead of the game was 16 points, achieved with 4:40 remaining in the game.

Sources:

  • Lansing: Baker University, The State of Michigan news release.

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