NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. (Interstat) — CJ Anthony scored 18 points as Iona defeated Saint Peter’s 72-64 in overtime Friday night in a Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference men’s basketball game at Hynes Center.

The Gaels outscored the Peacocks 11-3 in the extra period to secure the win before a crowd of 1,797. Iona improved to 16-12, while Saint Peter’s fell to 15-10.

The game was tied at 61 after regulation. Saint Peter’s led 31-29 at halftime, but Iona forced overtime with a stronger second half. Kosy Akametu also scored 18 for Iona. Bryce Eaton and Brent Bland each had 17 for Saint Peter’s, which shot just 36.4% from the field. Iona made 16 of 21 free throws to seal the victory.