Laker Leaders Graduate guard Jeff Planutis leads the team in scoring with an average of 18.0 points per game, while Aidan Reichert is the top rebounder with nearly six rebounds per game. Freshman Alexander Parks has the most assists on the team, averaging 2.6 per game. Additionally, Planutis leads in steals (1.6) and is tied for the team high in blocks (0.3) alongside Reichert and Sean Fullerton. Fullerton recently had a standout game, achieving new career-highs with 24 points on 8-12 shooting and seven of eight free throw attempts. The team faces tough tests ahead, including games against top teams like Gannon (23-2) and the Vulcans of California (Pa.) (21-3).

By the Numbers
  • Jeff Planutis: 18.0 points per game, shooting split of 44.8/39.2/88.5
  • Aidan Reichert: nearly six rebounds per game (5.9)
  • Sean Fullerton: 12.1 points per game, shooting split of 51.6/46.8/68.0
  • Gannon's record: 23-2, with 17-2 in the conference
  • Gannon's Josh Omajofo: averages 20.1 points per game
  • Cal's KJ McClurg: top scorer with 23.3 points per game
State of Play
  • Gannon: holds a record of 23-2, going 17-2 in the conference and remains one of the top teams in the nation
  • California (Pa.): comes in second in the standings in the PSAC West, holding a record of 21-3 overall and going 15-3 in conference games
  • Next Game: Mercyhurst faces Clarion on the road on Wednesday, February 28th, and then Slippery Rock at home on Saturday, March 2nd
Bottom Line

The Men's Basketball team at Mercyhurst is preparing for challenging matchups ahead, with key players leading in scoring, rebounding, and assists. As they approach important games against formidable opponents, including Gannon and California (Pa.), the team faces a critical stretch in their season.