Iona Men’s Basketball Secures 68-54 Victory Over Siena on Senior Day – Earns No. 7 Seed in MAAC Championship
Iona University Men's Basketball secured a 68-54 victory over Siena in their Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference regular season finale, marking a successful Senior Day celebration at the Hynes Center where they never trailed. The team honored six seniors and graduate students, including senior manager Mike Farhood and graduate student-athletes Joel Brown, Wheza Panzo, Osborn Shema, Idan Tretout, and Terrell Williams Jr. The win earned Iona the No. 7 seed in the upcoming MAAC Championship, where they will face Manhattan in the opening round.
By the Numbers- Iona outshot Siena 42.4% to 38.8% and made 9 three-pointers compared to Siena's 5.
- The Gaels had a 36-32 advantage on the boards, including leading in offensive rebounds and second chance points.
- Iona secured the No. 7 seed for the MAAC Championship after the win over Siena.
- The team will face Manhattan in the opening round on March 12 at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
- Iona's victory marked the first time they swept the regular season series against Siena since 2014-15.
Iona Men's Basketball concludes their regular season with a significant win over Siena on Senior Day, clinching the No. 7 seed for the MAAC Championship and setting up a matchup against Manhattan. The team's strong performance and notable achievements position them well for the upcoming tournament, reflecting their commitment to success and determination on the court.
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