Palek averaged 26.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.5 blocks over two games in PSAC Crossover action. He shot a combined 60.0 percent (18-of-30) from the floor and 11-of-13 (84.6 percent) from the free-throw line. Palek set a career high with 36 points on 11-of-17 shooting, including four-of-five from long range, and 10-of-11 from the charity stripe on Sunday in a 94-72 home win over Bloomsburg. The New Jersey native also added three rebounds, three assists and two steals against the Huskies. Palek then finished with 16 points, five rebounds and three blocks the following day against nationally-ranked East Stroudsburg.
