Robert Morris men's basketball drops season opener to Marshall
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Marshall’s Iran Bennett (2) looks to make a pass as two Robert Morris defenders collide uring an NCAA college basketball game Thursday, Nov. 7, 2019, in Huntington, W.Va.
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Marshall’s Cam Books-Harris (24) attempts to drive the baseline against Robert Morris’ Josh Williams (0) during an NCAA college basketball game Thursday, Nov. 7, 2019, in Huntington, W.Va.
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Marshall’s Marko Sarenac (15) shoots over Robert Morris defenders Jon Williams (1) and Charles Bain (20) during an NCAA college basketball game Thursday, Nov. 7, 2019, in Huntington, W.Va.
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Marshall’s Jarrod West (13) attempts to steal the ball from Robert Morris’ Dante Treacy (3) during an NCAA college basketball game Thursday, Nov. 7, 2019, in Huntington, W.Va.
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Jarrod West had 20 points as Marshall got past Robert Morris, 67-60, in a season opener on Thursday night.
Yannis Mendy had 14 points for the Colonials, who trailed 33-27 at halftime. Josh Williams added 13 points, including four three-pointers. AJ Bramah had 11 points.
Taevion Kinsey had 12 points for Marshall, including a go-ahead layup with 3 minutes, 6 seconds left that sparked a 10-2 run. Mikel Beyers added 11 points.
Marshall matches up against Toledo on Sunday at home. Robert Morris plays Notre Dame on Saturday on the road.
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