ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Interstat) — Navy used a balanced attack and efficient offense to defeat American 82-73 in a Patriot League men’s basketball game Saturday at Alumni Hall.

The Midshipmen (19-6, 9-3) led 39-35 at halftime and maintained control throughout the second half before a crowd of 2,241. Donovan Draper led Navy with 18 points and 14 rebounds, while Aidan Kehoe added 22 points and 10 rebounds.

The Eagles (13-12, 7-5) were led by Greg Jones with 17 points and Julen Iturbe with 15. Navy shot 56% from the field and converted 20 of 29 free throws, while American made just 12 of 35 three-point attempts. The Midshipmen scored 19 points off 11 American turnovers.