BINGHAMTON, N.Y. — The Albany Great Danes secured a hard-fought 77-74 victory over the Binghamton Bearcats on Saturday, fueled by a standout performance from guard Amir Lindsey, who poured in 23 points. The win provides a boost for Albany as they navigate the America East Conference schedule.
The game came down to the wire, with Binghamton’s Jeremiah Quigley attempting a three-pointer from 26 feet as time expired, but the shot fell short, sealing the Great Danes’ win. Lindsey’s efficiency was key to Albany’s success, shooting 5-for-10 from the field, including 3-of-7 from beyond the arc, and a perfect 10-for-10 from the free-throw line, according to reporting from the Associated Press. This AP report details the final moments and key statistics of the game.
Beyond Lindsey’s scoring, Albany benefited from a strong all-around performance. Okechukwu Okeke contributed 15 points and a dominant 10 rebounds, along with three steals. Tarique Foster added 13 points, shooting 3-for-7 from three-point range, and secured six rebounds. The Great Danes improved to 9-17 overall and 5-6 in conference play with the victory.
Bearcats Fall Short Despite Peterson’s Effort
Despite the loss, Binghamton received a strong showing from Wes Peterson, who led all scorers with 18 points. Peterson likewise added six rebounds, two steals, and two blocks. Jackson Benigni chipped in with 16 points and three steals for the Bearcats. Jeremiah Quigley finished with 14 points, five assists, and two steals, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Albany’s balanced attack. Binghamton’s record now stands at 5-22 overall and 1-11 in the America East Conference.
Key Moments and Statistical Breakdown
The game remained competitive throughout, with both teams trading leads. Lindsey’s clutch free-throw shooting in the final minutes proved crucial for Albany. Okeke’s rebounding and defensive presence also played a significant role in controlling the game’s tempo. The Bearcats struggled to find consistent offense outside of Peterson and Benigni, and Quigley’s late three-point attempt ultimately sealed their fate. According to CBS Sports, the game was a back-and-forth affair decided in the closing seconds.
America East Conference Standings
Albany’s win moves them further into the middle of the America East Conference standings. The conference race remains competitive, with several teams vying for playoff positioning. Binghamton, however, faces an uphill battle to improve their standing, currently near the bottom of the league. The America East Conference tournament is scheduled to begin in March, and Albany will look to build momentum as they approach the postseason. The official America East Conference website provides updated standings and schedules.
The Associated Press reported that the story was created using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
Albany will look to carry this momentum into their next contest, while Binghamton will aim to regroup and find a way to secure more wins as the season progresses. Fans can find more information about the Albany Great Danes at the official Albany Athletics website and the Binghamton Bearcats at the official Binghamton Athletics website.
The Great Danes next game is February 17th against Bryant. The Bearcats will play February 17th against NJIT.
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