A 20-point lead nearly slipped away, but UMass men’s basketball dug deep to edge Buffalo 68-67 in a heart-stopping finish at McGuirk Alumni Stadium. Amherst fans saw the Minutemen rally from a late deficit, with Leonardo Bettiol’s clutch and-1 sealing the deal. Marcus Banks Jr. led the way with 19 points, while Bettiol and Hankins-Sanford dominated inside. Coach Frank Martin called the win both a relief and a wake-up call, highlighting the team’s need for sharper defense. After this emotional rollercoaster, how do you feel about UMass’s chances moving forward? #Sports #UMass #Amherst