The top-seeded WPI men's basketball team was upset by fourth-seeded Babson, 73-57, in the NEWMAC Tournament semifinals on Thursday night at Harrington Auditorium.

The Big Picture

Babson defeated WPI in the NEWMAC Tournament semifinal, advancing to the championship game for a chance to defend their title.

By the Numbers
  • Steph Baxter scored a game-high 36 points for Babson.
  • Babson shot 46.3% from the field and 37.5% from three-point range.
  • Babson out-rebounded WPI 30-24.
State of Play
  • Babson (14-13) advances to the NEWMAC Tournament Championship game.
  • WPI (22-5) awaits a possible postseason bid announcement on Monday at 1pm.
  • The NEWMAC Championship game will take place on Saturday, February 24.
Bottom Line

Babson's victory over WPI in the NEWMAC Tournament semifinal sets up a championship game appearance, while WPI now waits for a potential postseason bid.