McClain, Ray rally Monmouth to 72-71 victory over Towson

Monmouth University basketball team secured a dramatic 72-71 victory over Towson on Saturday, February 10, 2024, as Kavion McClain led the offense with 17 points and Justin Ray delivered a clutch go-ahead 3-pointer with just 28 seconds remaining in the game. The Hawks trailed for much of the contest before mounting a late comeback that secured their hard-fought win in what was a crucial conference matchup. The victory represented an important moment for Monmouth as they continue their season in what has been a competitive conference race. Towson had fought valiantly throughout the game, maintaining a lead that seemed insurable until Ray's timely intervention. The final seconds were tense as both teams exchanged baskets before Monmouth ultimately secured the one-point victory in a game that demonstrated resilience and clutch performance under pressure.