Fairfield Stags @ Manhattan Jaspers
Nelson's 18 lead Manhattan over Fairfield 56-53
RIVERDALE, N.Y. -- — Anthony Nelson's 18 points helped Manhattan defeat Fairfield 56-53 on Thursday night.
Nelson had five assists and three steals for the Jaspers (3-3). Nick Brennen added 11 points while shooting 4 for 8, including 3 for 4 from beyond the arc, and he also had five rebounds. Samir Stewart recorded 10 points and shot 4 for 9, including 2 for 5 from beyond the arc.
Caleb Fields finished with 12 points and three steals for the Stags (2-6). Jalen Leach added 11 points and six rebounds for Fairfield. Allan Jeanne-Rose also had nine points and eight rebounds.
------
The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
Game Information
Riverdale, NY
2025-26 Standings
| Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrimack | 17-3 | - | 23-11 |
| Saint Peter's | 14-6 | 3 | 17-12 |
| Siena | 13-7 | 4 | 23-12 |
| Marist | 12-8 | 5 | 19-12 |
| Quinnipiac | 12-8 | 5 | 19-13 |
| Fairfield | 11-9 | 6 | 21-13 |
| Mount St. Mary's | 11-9 | 6 | 15-17 |
| Iona | 10-10 | 7 | 18-14 |
| Sacred Heart | 9-11 | 8 | 14-19 |
| Manhattan | 8-12 | 9 | 12-20 |
| Canisius | 5-15 | 12 | 10-21 |
| Niagara | 5-15 | 12 | 8-22 |
| Rider | 3-17 | 14 | 4-25 |
Men's College Basketball News
Air Force AD Nathan Pine out after seven years in role
9h
James Nnaji aims to continue college career at George Mason
2d
St. John's loses Donnie Freeman to torn Achilles
3d
