BY MARCUS HENRY
Nothing would be better than beginning the conference season with a win, especially for Stony Brook. The Seawolves struggled in non-conference play, losing several close games. They have also had problems scoring.
All of that is out the window now as the Seawolves (3-9) play host to UMBC (8-5) in their conference opener. It won't be an easy game. UMBC boasts four double-digit scorers and wins over Atlantic 10 teams Richmond and George Washington. The Retrievers top four scorers all shoot 40 percent or better from three-point range and as a team shoot 40 percent.
It will be difficult, but if the Seawolves can stop UMBC on the perimeter, they should be in the game. Of course Stony Brook will need to find a way to score. The Seawolves scored just 50 points in their loss to Cornell on December 29. The team is averaging just 60 points per game. Tonight would be the perfect breakout game for several players, including Nick Carter and Michael Tyree. Both players have shown flashes on the perimeter.
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Stop them from the outside? Like not letting them into the arena? That's they only way UMBC's not winning tonight.