Ernest Shelton scores 17 to help Merrimack turn back Siena 63-59
AP
Jan 09, 2026
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) Ernest Shelton scored 17 points to help Merrimack Warriors hold off Siena Saints 63-59 on Friday night.
Shelton shot 4 of 12 from the field, including 4 for 10 from 3-point range, and went 5 for 6 from the free-throw line for the Warriors (10-7, 6-0 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference), who have won four in a row. Kevair Kennedy added 14 points and six assists. KC Ugwuakazi scored 12 on 6-for-9 shooting.
Francis Folefac led the way for the Saints (10-6, 3-2) with 22 points, 10 rebounds, four assists and two blocks. Gavin Doty added 14 points and Antonio Chandler pitched in with 10 points and 10 rebounds.
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