SAINT LEO, Fla – Saint Leo Men's Basketball roared to a commanding 91-76 victory over the Lynn Fighting Knights in a thrilling Sunshine State Conference matchup at the Marion Bowman Activities Center.
 
The Lions showcased their offensive efficiency and defensive tenacity, setting the tone against their conference rival. Led by a balanced scoring attack and stellar team effort, the Lions secured a well-deserved victory, improving their conference record to 6-13.
 
Joseph Locandro led the charge for the Lions, delivering a dominant performance with 24 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists. Locandro's dominant presence in the paint and skillful style of play propelled the Lions offensive attack and provided a spark for his teammates.
 
Grant Disken and Kanon Koster made significant contributions on the offensive end, scoring 12 and 19 points respectively. Their ability to stretch the floor and knock down crucial shots helped keep Lynn's defense off balance throughout the game.
 
Cantia Rahming and Alex Sherwood anchored the Lions' defense, showing their effort in the paint and disrupting Lynn's offensive flow. Rahming's tenacious rebounding and Sherwood's shot-blocking ability proved instrumental in limiting Lynn's scoring opportunities and securing key defensive stops.
 
Despite facing adversity and battling foul trouble, the Lions maintained their composure and executed their game plan from start to finish.
 
Saint Leo's bench also made a significant impact, contributing 36 points to the team's total score. With contributions from players like Amar Hot and Jeremy Sanchez, the Lions' depth and versatility were on full display, underscoring their strength as a cohesive unit.
 
The Lions get secure the victory in their last home game of the regular season and look to finish strong at they travel south to take on Nova Southeastern this Saturday. They'll look to get a big win against the #1 team in the country. Tipoff is scheduled for 4:00 p.m.
 
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