Livonia, Mich. -- Siena Heights men's basketball team lost a conference game vs. Madonna earlier today by a score of 95-84.

THE BASICS

Final Score: Siena Heights 84, Indiana Tech 95

Location: Livonia, Mich. (MU Activities Center)

Records: Siena Heights (10-8, 7-4 WHAC), Madonna (15-6, 8-3 WHAC)

HOW IT HAPPENED

DeMarco Dickerson came out for the Saints both offensively and defensively today as he lead the team in both points and rebounds.

SHU came out strong in the first half over the Crusaders by shooting 53% in FG and 58% in 3PT. Jaquantay Rouser scored 14 points for the Saints in the first half. Siena also finished ahead of Madonna on the defense side with more steal, blocks, and rebounds. SHU took a 41-35 lead into halftime.

During the second half the sides flipped. Madonna had the edge in shooting as they shot 65% on FG compared to SHU's 40%. Also the Crusaders lead defensively with 4 steals in the half. Madonna was able to eventually cut Siena's lead down, tie the game, and then go ahead.

TOP SAINTS

• DeMarco Dickerson finished with 20 points, 6 rebounds, and 1 steal

• Rouser had 16 points off the bench

THE OPPOSITION

• Dwight Burton lead Madonna with 27 points on the day

UP NEXT

The Saints will host Lawrence Tech on Wednesday, January 16 in WHAC action. The game is scheduled to tip-off at 8:00 PM