Lafayette opened its 2026-27 home schedule with a 104-67 rout of Division III King’s, marking the Leopards’ first 100-point game since 2016. Cooper Kesler scored 25 points, and three teammates also reached double figures as Lafayette built a commanding lead early and never trailed.

By the Numbers
  • 104-67: Final score.
  • 25 points: Cooper Kesler’s game-high total, including six 3-pointers.
  • 14-2: Lafayette’s opening run.
  • 18-4: Lafayette’s assist advantage at halftime.
State of Play
  • Lafayette led by 24 at halftime and stretched its advantage to 40.
  • Beckett Currie scored 15, Jasraj Gill had 14 and Owen Kelly added 12.
  • The Leopards continue nonconference play Saturday at Saint Joseph’s, with tipoff set for 4 p.m.
Bottom Line

Lafayette’s fast start and balanced scoring made its home opener a statement win—and gave the Leopards momentum heading into a road test against Saint Joseph’s.