Shelton scores 21 as Merrimack downs Saint Peter’s 67-59

Shelton scores 21 as Merrimack downs Saint Peter’s 67-59

NORTH ANDOVER, Mass. (AP) — Ernest Shelton had 21 points in Merrimack's 67-59 victory against Saint Peter's on Saturday.

Saint Peter's Falls Short to Merrimack Despite Strong Performance

The Saint Peter's men's basketball team had their four-game winning streak snapped, losing to Merrimack 59-67. Struggling with 10 first-half turnovers, the Peacocks fell behind by 17 points at halftime. Despite a spirited comeback led by Lucas Scroggins' double-double (12 points, 14 rebounds) and strong rebounding, they were unable to secure the win. This defeat leaves Saint Peter's at 11-7 overall, continuing to chase Merrimack in the MAAC stan…