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Fairleigh Dickinson Wins in Overtime After Elevator Incident Delays Game

The team's pre-game ordeal in Brooklyn ends with a narrow victory over LIU, marking another memorable moment for the Knights.

  • College basketball players from Fairleigh Dickinson University were delayed for their game against Long Island University after getting stuck in an elevator.
  • The incident occurred at the Steinberg Wellness Center in Brooklyn, with the FDNY assisting in the players' extrication.
  • Despite the delay, Fairleigh Dickinson managed to secure a win over LIU in overtime, with a final score of 84-82.
  • The game featured 25 lead changes and was tied at 79-79 before going into overtime.
  • This event adds to Fairleigh Dickinson's notable moments, following their upset over No. 1 seed Purdue in the previous NCAA Tournament.
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