Bates College fell to Colby College 81-72 in a NESCAC men's basketball showdown, with Colby avenging a previous overtime loss to the Bobcats. Despite a quick 20-8 lead by Bates, Colby responded with a 21-8 run to take the lead and ultimately secure the win, outscoring Bates 16-2 at one point to establish a commanding lead.

By the Numbers
  • Simon McCormick netted 26 points for the Bobcats.
  • Bates' Brady Coyne also contributed 26 points, setting a new personal high with 8 three-pointers.
State of Play
  • Colby avenged their previous loss to Bates, securing a significant win in the NESCAC men's basketball.
  • Bates faces a challenging match against No. 5 Trinity, with expectations for a tough game ahead.
What's Next

Bates is set to host No. 5 Trinity, presenting another challenging matchup following the recent loss to Colby.