Mercyhurst Earns 61-59 Victory over Chicago State

Mercyhurst earns 61-59 victory over Chicago State

Led by Bernie Blunt's 19 points, the Mercyhurst Lakers defeated Chicago State 61-59 and extended the Cougars’ losing streak to 10 games. .

MERCYHURST 61, CHICAGO STATE 59

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Team Effort Lifts Men's Basketball Over Chicago State

Nine different Lakers got their name on the score sheet as the Mercyhurst men's basketball team (10-11, 5-3 NEC) narrowly defeated Chicago State University (2-19, 0-8 NEC) 61-59 in a tense matchup at the Mercyhurst Athletic Center. The Lakers secured the victory with a strong second half, scoring 35 points to overcome a two-point halftime deficit. The home team was led by a balanced attack with 10 three-pointers and contributions from ten differ…