Army knocks off Holy Cross 68-65

WEST POINT, N.Y. (AP) — Jalen Rucker’s 19 points helped Army defeat Holy Cross 68-65 on Wednesday night.

Rucker had five assists for the Black Knights (13-10, 7-4 Patriot League). Josh Scovens added 16 points while going 7 of 16 from the floor, including 0 for 4 from 3-point range, and 2 for 6 from the line while they also had six rebounds. Ryan Curry went 4 of 9 from the field (1 for 6 from 3-point range) to finish with nine points.

Max Green finished with 18 points and nine rebounds for the Crusaders (11-13, 3-8). Holy Cross also got 12 points and seven rebounds from Joe Nugent. Caleb Kenney also put up 10 points and two blocks.

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Both teams play again on Saturday. Army hosts Bucknell and Holy Cross hosts Boston University.

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By The Associated Press