Galloway, NJ — Rutgers-Newark battled through a competitive first half but ran into a rough second half in an 82–59 setback at Stockton University in a New Jersey Athletic Conference matchup. The Scarlet Raiders stayed within reach through the opening 20 minutes, going into the break down 40-32.

Rutgers-Newark struggled to find a consistent offensive rhythm in the second half, shooting just 30.77 percent from the field after the break. Stockton took control in the second half, shooting 51.72 percent from the field after halftime to extend its lead and pull away.

For the game, the Scarlet Raiders finished at 37.5 percent overall and 24.1 percent from three-point range. Ayden Brown led Rutgers-Newark with 15 points, while Raheem Murray added 14 and Eli'sha Brown chipped in 11.

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