Box score

Bronxville, NY - Clippers fall to Bloomfield in tough battle

The Clippers started their second game of the season against the Bloomfield College Deacons with a 7-0 run.  The Deacons stuggling to score would eventually find the basket.  The Clippers stayed strong as the Deacons finally were able to score but the Deacons crept closer.  As the Deacons settled in the Clippers found themselves slipping and the Deacons took their first lead of the game with 2:51 left on the clock in the first half.  The Clippers continued to battle with the Deacons and were able to get back on top by the end of the half.  The Clippers held the slimest of margins with a 32-31 score going into the locker room.

The Clippers continued their hard work in the second half and were able to battle with the Deacons.  The Deacons though fought through the Clippers play and took the last lead of the game.  The Clippers attempted to come back and were able to get within one but time was running out.  The Clippers unfortunately ran out of time and they fell to the Deacons 75-68.

Will Eason dominated the floor for the Clippers with 21 points, 13 rebounds and 2 blocks.  Argelix Gil posted another double-double for himself with 13 points and 10 rebounds.  Kenny Gaskins shined as well with scoring his 1,000th career point as he added 11 points and boasted 9 assists on the night.

The Clippers continue their home stand with Nyack College on Thursday, February 4th at 7:00pm.