The Plattsburgh State men's basketball team secured an 83-64 victory over Buffalo State in a State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) matchup, fueled by a strong second-half surge. The Cardinals, leading by 10 at halftime, displayed balanced offensive prowess, with four players scoring in double figures. Dylan Trombley led the team with 18 points, supported by Ikechukwu Ezike with 13 points, and Kevin Tabb with 12 points. Plattsburgh's solid shooting performance, particularly in the first half, propelled their win, with a 54.8% field goal percentage and a 50.0% three-point percentage. The Cardinals outperformed the Bengals in turnovers, gaining 30 points off turnovers compared to the Bengals' 9. Plattsburgh improved to 11-11 overall (8-7 SUNYAC), while Buffalo State fell to 0-22 overall (0-15 SUNYAC). The Cardinals will face Fredonia in their last road game of the season, while Buffalo State will host Potsdam in their upcoming game on February 10th at 4 pm.

By the Numbers
  • Plattsburgh shooting: 54.8% from the field, 50.0% from three in the first half
  • Cardinals' points off turnovers: 30, Bengals' points off turnovers: 9
  • Plattsburgh's overall record: 11-11 (8-7 SUNYAC)
  • Buffalo State's overall record: 0-22 (0-15 SUNYAC)
State of Play
  • Plattsburgh State: Improved to 11-11 overall (8-7 SUNYAC)
  • Buffalo State: Fell to 0-22 overall (0-15 SUNYAC)
  • Upcoming games: Plattsburgh faces Fredonia, while Buffalo State hosts Potsdam on February 10th at 4 pm
Bottom Line

The Plattsburgh State men's basketball team's strong second-half performance and balanced offensive display propelled them to an 83-64 victory over Buffalo State, underscoring their prowess in SUNYAC matchups. Plattsburgh's impressive shooting and turnover differential solidified their win, signaling a promising outlook for their upcoming games.