BANNER

The Johnson Men's Basketball team mounted a late comeback effort but ultimately fell 89-77 to Vermont State Lyndon in a hard-fought NAC preview matchup on Saturday afternoon at Carter Gym. Johnson trimmed a 16-point deficit to single digits in the second half before Lyndon sealed the win in the final minutes.

SUMMARY

Vermont State University Johnson highlighted their resilience in the second half, closing in from a 16-point deficit as Lyndon's lead shrank. After trailing 54-38 early in the half, the Badgers responded with a 26–19 run, highlighted by Marty Askenazi, Tre Bradley, and Mohammed Semega's offensive dominance.

Bradley's layup and free throw consistency, Gargiulo's transition finish, and Askenazi's clutch shooting brought the score to 73-64 with just under eight minutes remaining. Johnson's defense forced multiple turnovers, including steals from Gargiulo, Semega, and Askenazi, fueling the rally.

Lyndon responded with a timely three-pointer, pushing the lead back to double digits. Despite a late three from Niv Barzilay and a jumper from Askenazi in the final seconds, Lyndon closed the game with free throws to secure the win.

KEY STATS

• Jaylen Brown: 19 points, 2 rebounds, 3 three-pointers
• Tre Bradley: 15 points, 3 assists, 2 rebounds
• Martin Askenazi: 11 points, 4 assists, 2 steals
• Mohammed Semega: 12 points, 8 rebounds, 4 steals, 3 assists
• Joseph Gargiulo: 8 points, 3 assists, 2 steals
• Drew Phillips: 5 points, 4 rebounds
• Steals: 13

UP NEXT

The Badgers return to the court on Tuesday, November 11th to host Plymouth State for a 5:30 pm tip-off.