NEWARK, N.J. (Interstat) — NJIT pulled away in the second half to defeat Bryant 79-55 in an America East Conference men’s basketball game Monday at Fleisher Athletic Center.

The Highlanders outscored the Bulldogs 50-32 after halftime. Sebastian Robinson led all scorers with 22 points for NJIT, adding seven rebounds and four assists. David Bolden added 17 points for the Highlanders, who improved to 9-11.

Aaron Davis scored 11 points for Bryant, which shot just 31.3% from the floor. The Bulldogs fell to 6-13.

NJIT was efficient offensively, shooting 46.2% from the field and 90.9% from the free-throw line. Bryant committed 11 turnovers, leading to a 19-4 edge in points off turnovers for the Highlanders. Attendance was 545.