Preview: New Haven Chargers at Fairleigh Dickinson Knights HACKENSACK, N.J. (Interstat) — Two teams seeking momentum for the stretch run will meet Saturday when the New Haven Chargers visit the Fairleigh Dickinson Knights in a Northeast Conference men’s basketball matchup at Rothman Center. The Chargers (12-15) arrive having won two straight, including a 64-51 victory over Stonehill on Thursday. The Knights (11-17) are coming off a narrow 60-59 road win at Chicago State the same night. New Haven will lean on the hot hand of guard Jabri Fitzpatrick, who is averaging 21.0 points over his last three games. He erupted for 29 points in 37 minutes against Stonehill. For Fairleigh Dickinson, guard Joey Niesman provides steady playmaking, logging 40 minutes and dishing seven assists in the win at Chicago State. The season series is tied, with New Haven having won the first meeting 65-55 at home on Jan. 10. In that game, the Chargers’ defense held the Knights to 32.8% shooting from the field. Both teams have struggled for consistency in conference play. New Haven’s recent form shows a pattern of tight contests, with four of their last five games decided by six points or fewer. Fairleigh Dickinson has shown resilience at home, winning three of its last four at Rothman Center, including a 55-52 defensive battle against Mercyhurst on Feb. 7. The matchup features contrasting recent trajectories. The Chargers have found a rhythm offensively in their two-game win streak, while the Knights have relied on grinding out close victories, with their last three wins coming by a combined eight points. With the conference tournament approaching, securing a winning streak is critical for both squads. A victory would push New Haven closer to the .500 mark in NEC play, while Fairleigh Dickinson looks to climb the standings and protect its home court. Tip-off is scheduled for 4 p.m. EST on Saturday, Feb. 21. Up Next: New Haven hosts Saint Francis (Pa.) on Tuesday. Fairleigh Dickinson travels to face Le Moyne next Thursday.