Burton hits winning 3-pointer, scores 25 to rally Rider to 81-78 victory over Saint Peter’s

LAWRENCEVILLE, N.J. (AP) — Aasim “Flash” Burton hit a game-winning 3-pointer with 1.7 seconds left, scoring 25 to rally Rider to an 81-78 victory over Saint Peter’s on Sunday.

Burton also grabbed six rebounds for the Broncs (3-18, 2-10 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference). Zion Cruz added 16 points and Davis Bynum scored 11.

Brent Bland led the way for the Peacocks (12-8, 9-3) with 20 points. Bryce Eaton added 15 points and four assists. Shaedon Simpson totaled nine points and six rebounds.

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