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Center Chris Maidoh throws down a slam dunk against Norfolk State on Wednesday, Dec. 13. Maidoh posted career highs in both points and rebounds in the victory. BRITTNEY DIETZ/THE STATESMAN

Stony Brook men’s basketball rides Maidoh’s career night to third-straight win

Nayden Villorente December 14, 2023

A career night from center Chris Maidoh helped the Stony Brook men’s basketball team mount another comeback victory. The Seawolves (5-5) hosted the Norfolk State Spartans (7-4) on Wednesday night...

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The Stony Brook men's basketball team breaks a huddle at practice on Sunday, Oct. 15. The Seawolves are looking to bounce back after a rough 2022-23 season. BRITTNEY DIETZ/THE STATESMAN

Finally healthy, Stony Brook men’s basketball hopes for major bounce-back year

Kenny Spurrell October 29, 2023
Coming off the program’s worst finish in 15 years, the Stony Brook men’s basketball team is shooting for a massive turnaround.
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The Stony Brook men's basketball team comes out of the tunnel on Friday, November 11, 2022 for its home opener against Miami Hamilton. Injuries and depth issues caused the Seawolves to struggle all year. CAMRON WANG/THE STATESMAN

Stony Brook men’s basketball’s CAA introduction spoiled by injuries

Kenny Spurrell April 15, 2023

The transition to a new conference was not a smooth one for the Stony Brook men’s basketball team in the 2022-23 season. The bar was set low for the Seawolves, and they validated those expectations...

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Guard Tyler Stephenson-Moore shooting a fadeaway jump-shot against William & Mary on Thursday, Feb. 16. Stephenson-Moore led the Stony Brook men's basketball team in scoring on Thursday, leading it to a win in overtime. BRITTNEY DIETZ/THE STATESMAN

Stony Brook men’s basketball wins overtime battle with William & Mary

Nayden Villorente February 17, 2023
In its first overtime game since November 2021, clutch defense and precision shooting led the Stony Brook men’s basketball team to an electric win.
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Guard Tanahj Pettway attempting a layup through contact against Monmouth. Pettway had one of the best games of his career as the Stony Brook men's basketball team beat North Carolina A&T on Saturday. VIKRAM SETHI/THE STATESMAN

Stony Brook men’s basketball ends three-game skid with comeback victory

Kenny Spurrell February 12, 2023
After falling behind early in the first half, four double-digit scorers helped the Stony Brook men’s basketball team recover and snap its three-game losing streak. 
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Guard Tyler Stephenson-Moore looking to create a shot against Monmouth on Wednesday, Feb. 8. Stephenson-Moore returned from an injury and played well, but it was still not enough for the Stony Brook men's basketball team. VIKRAM SETHI/THE STATESMAN

Sloppy offense, poor discipline hands Stony Brook men’s basketball third-straight loss

Cameron Takmil February 9, 2023
Self-inflicted wounds put an end to a late-game surge by the Stony Brook men’s basketball team, as it fell short against the last-place team in the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA). 
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Guard Toby Onyekonwu dribbling the ball on Thursday, Feb. 3. The Stony Brook men's basketball team had a tough night offensively in a 69-55 loss to Elon. CAMRON WANG/THE STATESMAN

Stony Brook men’s basketball suffers demoralizing upset at home

Kenny Spurrell February 3, 2023
The Seawolves (8-15, 4-6 CAA) bottomed out in their return to Island Federal Arena on Thursday, as they were dismantled by the Elon Phoenix 69-55. Without the presence of their co-captain and leading-scorer Tyler Stephenson-Moore, the Seawolves found themselves one step behind a team that had not won a game on the road all season long.
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Forward Frankie Policelli and guard Tyler Stephenson-Moore between plays against Sacred Heart on Monday, Dec. 12. Policelli averaged 29.5 points per game on 57.6% shooting last week. BRITTNEY DIETZ/THE STATESMAN

Stony Brook men’s basketball splits eventful weekend down south

Cameron Takmil and Garcelle Jean-Louis January 29, 2023
The Stony Brook men’s basketball team had a wild ride down in Virginia, but the rest of its season is now in jeopardy.
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Guard Tanahj Pettway (foreground) and center Keenan Fitzmorris (background) playing defense against Towson on Saturday, Jan. 7. The Stony Brook men's basketball team lost both games this weekend, dropping below .500 in CAA play. BRITTNEY DIETZ/THE STATESMAN

Stony Brook men’s basketball suffers winless weekend at home

Kenny Spurrell and Matt Howlin January 22, 2023
After a pair of second-half meltdowns this week, the Stony Brook men’s basketball team now finds itself under .500 in conference play. 
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Frankie Policelli, Tyler Stephenson-Moore, Toby Onyekonwu, and Andrew Heiden during their practice on Nov 4. The Seawolves look to prove the doubters wrong in their 2022-23 campaign. CAMRON WANG/THE STATESMAN

Stony Brook men’s basketball seeking a smoother ride in CAA with new roster

Kenny Spurrell November 6, 2022
Following a disappointing season, the Stony Brook men’s basketball team now finds itself in uncharted territory. With a new conference, new players and low expectations, the Seawolves will look to prove the doubters wrong in their 2022-23 campaign. 
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Guard Anthony Roberts after shooting a basket in the game against Bryant on Dec. 11. Roberts hasETHAN TAM/THE STATESMAN

Anthony Roberts declares for NBA draft, won’t return to Stony Brook

Ethan Tam April 10, 2022
Anthony Roberts, the guard who led the Stony Brook men’s basketball team in scoring last season, announced on Saturday, April 9 that he will not use his final year of collegiate eligibility and declare for the NBA draft instead.
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