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Providence Rolls Penn 106-81 for Second Straight 100-Point Win

The Friars showcased balanced scoring with a dominant effort on the glass after an overtime setback to Virginia Tech.

Overview

  • Corey Floyd Jr. led Providence with 20 points on 6-for-9 shooting, including 4-of-5 from three.
  • Ryan Mela produced an 18-point, 12-rebound double-double while hitting 8 of 10 from the field.
  • Providence placed six players in double figures, went 13-for-30 from deep, and owned a 49-30 rebounding edge.
  • Penn senior Michael Zanoni scored a career-high 30 points, with TJ Power and Ethan Roberts adding 15 each.
  • The Friars improved to 2-1 after leading 48-36 at halftime and never trailing beyond the opening basket, closing on a 22-12 run as Penn dropped to 1-2.