River Hawks Host Sacred Heart, Then Face Boston University Away
The UMass Lowell River Hawks men’s basketball team is set to host the Sacred Heart Pioneers on December 16, 2025. This will be their final home game of the year. Following this, the River Hawks will travel to face Boston University on the same day.
Upcoming Matchups: River Hawks vs. Sacred Heart and Boston University
A victory against Sacred Heart would improve UMass Lowell’s all-time record to 8-3 against the Pioneers. It would also extend their current winning streak against the MAAC opponent to four games. This win would bring the River Hawks’ seasonal record to 5-8 and their home record to 4-1 for the 2025 season.
Recent Game Performance
In their last outing, UMass Lowell faced the Quinnipiac Bobcats, suffering a close loss of 75-71 on December 13. Junior Angel Montas Jr. led the team with a career-high 18 points and contributed significantly with eight rebounds and two assists. Junior Xavier Spencer and senior Austin Green also had strong performances, with 17 and 14 points, respectively. Additionally, junior Darrel Yepdo scored 12 points, shooting efficiently from beyond the arc.
Top Performers of the Season
- Austin Green: Leads the team with an average of 14.0 points and 7.4 rebounds per game.
- JJ Massaquoi: Second on the team with 11.9 points per game, earning the America East Rookie of the Week title on November 24.
- Xavier Spencer: Adds 9.4 points, along with a team-best 40 assists and 14 steals.
- Shawn Simmons II: Tops the team with 11 blocks.
Team Contributions
The River Hawks have shown depth, frequently featuring at least four double-digit scorers per game. Notably, they achieved this in their latest contest against Quinnipiac.
Record-Breaking Scores
UMass Lowell notched a remarkable 122-point performance against Fisher this season, a significant achievement as it marked the highest scoring game since January 1995.
Impressive Rookies
JJ Massaquoi has made a notable impact in his freshman year, scoring double digits in six games, including a career-high of 26 points against Wake Forest.
Consistent Shooting
The River Hawks have improved their shooting percentage, maintaining at least 43% from the field over the last nine games, a significant improvement from earlier in the season.
Free Throw Excellence
Jared Frey stands out as a sharpshooter, currently boasting a perfect 24-for-24 from the free-throw line this season.
Home Court Advantage
The Kennedy Family Athletic Complex has been a fortress for UMass Lowell, with a record of 44-6 at home since the beginning of the 2022-23 campaign. Their performance thus far this season includes a 3-1 record at home.
As the River Hawks gear up for their crucial matchups against Sacred Heart and Boston University, they aim to build on their momentum and capitalize on their home advantage.
