Batista lifted the Lightning to a 2-0 week in CUNYAC action, pouring in 21 points in both victories. Against CCNY (Nov. 30), he netted 8-of-13 field goals, including a 3-for-5 effort beyond the 3-point arc, while adding four rebounds and five blocked shots. Against Hunter (Dec. 3), Batista was 3-for-6 from downtown and 8-for-17 overall, while swiping four steals on the defensive end of the floor. He currently leads the CUNYAC with a .543 3-point field goal percentage, while his 20.2 points per game mark ranks third.
