Ndjonga Propels Canisius Against Siena Following 21-Point Showcase

The upcoming matchup features the Canisius Golden Griffins hosting the Siena Saints in Buffalo, New York. This game is set for Sunday at 1 p.m. EST as both teams vie for crucial MAAC standings.

Recent Performance

Canisius is looking to bounce back after a close overtime loss to the Marist Red Foxes, where Bryan Ndjonga impressively scored 21 points. Currently, the Golden Griffins hold a home record of 6-4. However, their overall performance shows challenges, as they have a 2-10 record in games decided by 10 points or more.

Siena enters this contest with a solid 8-3 record against MAAC opponents, maintaining a spot near the top of the conference standings. They have displayed a strong presence on the boards, averaging 21.9 defensive rebounds per game. Leading this effort is Gavin Doty, who contributes 5.5 rebounds per game.

Statistical Insights

• Canisius 2023 Season Statistics:
  • Average Points: 67.3
  • Average Rebounds: 30.9
  • Assists Per Game: 13.4
  • Steals Per Game: 6.2
  • Blocks Per Game: 2.5
  • Shooting Percentage: 40.3%
• Siena 2023 Season Statistics:
  • Average Points: 72.2
  • Average Rebounds: 31.1
  • Assists Per Game: 14.0
  • Steals Per Game: 5.5
  • Blocks Per Game: 2.4
  • Shooting Percentage: 46.8%

Top Performers

Key players for both teams include:

• Canisius Golden Griffins:
  • Kahlil Singleton: 14.1 points, 3.1 rebounds per game.
  • Bryan Ndjonga: 1.4 made 3-pointers over the last 10 games.
• Siena Saints:
  • Gavin Doty: 16.8 points, 6.9 rebounds per game.
  • Justice Shoats: 14.2 points, 3.6 rebounds over the last 10 games.

Looking Ahead

This game marks the first meeting of the season between the Canisius Golden Griffins and the Siena Saints in conference play. With both teams focused on improving their standings, basketball fans can expect an engaging matchup.