UMBC Men's Basketball Cruises to Playoff Win

UMBCs top-seeded mens basketball team secured an 84-69 victory over eighth-seeded New Hampshire in the America East Playoffs. Junior guard Ace Valentine shone with 23 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists, while four Retrievers scored in double digits. UMBC shot over 50% from the field, made nearly 95% of their free throws, and connected on nearly half their threes. The team, on a 10-game winning streak, forced just 7 turnovers and shut down New Hampshires fast breaks. Belal El Shakery led New Hampshire with 20 points and 10 rebounds in their season-ending loss. UMBC advances to the semifinals, hosting the winner of Maine and UMass Lowell. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e02cd1a6e479829e