Dearborn, Mich. The Holy Cross College men’s basketball returned to action this afternoon when they took on the University of Michigan – Dearborn on the road. The Wolverines took a quick 7-0 lead to start the game, but Holy Cross would battle back and tie the game at 20-20 with just over eight minutes remaining in the first. The Saints would outscore UMD by six to take a 45-39 lead entering halftime.
Holy Cross would extend their lead in the second half and controlled a 68-50 with just under 10 minutes to play. With four minutes remaining, the Wolverines were able to claw back to trail 73-62, but Holy Cross would convert their free throws late to come away with the 89-79 victory. With the win, Holy Cross moves to 4-8, while UMD stands at 2-10
GAME DETAILS
Score: Holy Cross defeated UMD 86-79
Records: Holy Cross (4-8) | UMD (2-10)
UMD Fieldhouse | UM – Dearborn | Dearborn, MI
SCORING SUMMARY
Desmond Davie – 31 points, 14 rebounds, 12/16 FG
Drew Adzia – 16 points, 5/6 FG
Nash Hostetler – 12 points, 9 rebounds, 4/6 FG
INSIDE THE BOXSCORE
The Saints shot 50% from the field and 20% from three
UMD shot 45% from the field and 33% from three
Holy Cross won the rebound battle 40-32
NEXT TIME OUT
The Saints will return from Christmas break and host Concordia University on Saturday, December 30. Tipoff set for 3:00pm in McKenna Arena