The Saratoga Racers defeated the Herkimer Originals 147-136, in a back-and-forth game on Sunday at Riverside Center in Mechanicville to win their 4th straight game and improve to 4-1 on the season.

Juwan Malonoe scored 29 points to lead Saratoga the Saratoga Racers.In addition to Malone, the Racers had six other players in double figures: Williams (22), Rosa (21), Ryals (20), Cam Thomas (15), Isaiah Grandison (13) and Tyler Mithell (10).

The game was tied 64-64 at halftime before the Racers pulled away with the victory. Malone scored 11 points in the third quarter as the Racers outscored Herkimer 44-28. Saratoga's 38-72 shooting on two point baskets was a key factor in the game. Malone, Donavan Williams, John Ryals III and RJ Rosaeach hit multiple three-pointers for the Saratoga Racers. Joey Hardern les the Racers with 12 rebounds. Saratoga passed the ball well with 35 assists on 56 made baskets. Harden led the team with six assists. Saratoga Racers swiped 16 steals in the game with RJ Rosa leading the team with 4 steals.

Devin Brooks scored 33 points to lead Herkimer. The Originals were deadly inside the paint, finishing 35-52 0n twos. Additional scorers for Herkimer included Lavoy Leggett (30 pts) and Josh Gregory (23 pts).

Next up for the Saratoga Racers are the #1 ranked Buffalo Extreme on Saturday December 13 at 7pm and the Rochester Royal Ballers on Sunday 3pm at Rochester.